You certainly have a right to defend yourself if you're threatened or if someone close to you is threatened. You can use force to do so. However, there are many situations in which using deadly force would still be illegal. So how do you know if you can use deadly...
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Former SWAT Captain acquitted in movie theater shooting
Former Florida SWAT Captain, Curtis Reeves, aged 79, was acquitted by a jury of his peers on February 24, 2022. Reeves had been charged with second-degree murder and aggravated battery for the shooting of Chad Oulson, aged 43. Reeves, who was represented by Escobar...
Collateral consequences of a sexual battery conviction in Florida
Being accused of a sex offense can ruin your life and reputation. The penalties for a sexual battery conviction in Florida can be severe. Depending on the nature of your case, you could serve anywhere from 15 years to life in prison. Worse still, you may face the...
What is probable cause for an arrest?
Police officers have to uphold certain standards as they’re doing their job duties. They can’t just walk up to someone and arrest them without having a valid reason. In order to arrest someone, the officer has to have probable cause. Arresting someone without...
How do DUI penalties change with a prior conviction?
Any drunk driving charge can impact your life, your relationships and your freedom. However, with a prior conviction on your record, the penalties that you face are more severe. How might the consequences of a driving under the influence (DUI) conviction change with...
What happens when a disagreement leads to assault charges?
Family disagreements can be complicated. On the one hand, you feel comfortable enough with your family to show your true self; on the other hand, a tense family member can feel more threatening than a stranger. Regardless of the time of year, tensions can get high,...
3 times the police could enter your apartment without a warrant
Generally, police officers who want to search private property need a warrant. The Fourth Amendment protects people from unreasonable searches, including police officers demanding access to their homes and their vehicles. An officer cannot simply let themselves into...
How can the chain of custody errors affect your case?
The outcome of your case relies heavily on evidence provided by the prosecution, which must prove your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt for a conviction. It means that such evidence must be handled properly from the time the police obtained it to its presentation in...
How does Florida handle theft charges?
Facing criminal charges can feel worse during the holiday season. While others are thinking about parties and presents, a shoplifting charge can have you worried about fines and jail time. As the holiday season continues, stores are on the lookout for shoplifting....
When do the police have the right to search your vehicle?
When the police want to bring charges against you, they will sometimes go to great lengths to gather evidence against you. They might ask to search your vehicle, which might change a traffic stop from a frustrating situation that causes a ticket into an arrest that...
