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...
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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...
Falsely accused of sexual assault? Do this immediately
There are various reasons why you might be accused of a sexual assault you never committed in the first place, and not all of them are sinister. Sometimes, your accuser may simply be out for revenge, like an estranged spouse trying to get an upper hand during divorce...
Revenge porn carries serious penalties in Florida
When famous people’s intimate videos or photos appear on the internet, there are sometimes suspicions of a publicity stunt. Yet, in most cases, whether the person is famous or not, there is a more sinister explanation or a misunderstanding. Revenge porn has been...
Revenge porn carries serious penalties in Florida
Arrested for marijuana possession in Florida? Explore these possible defenses
As marijuana laws relax across the nation, many Tampa, Florida residents mistakenly believe that possessing drugs is no longer a severe offense in the state. For example, many residents believe it is now legal to have small amounts of marijuana. Unfortunately, this is...
Could your cameras in your Airbnb get you in trouble?
You decided to rent out your Florida vacation home on Airbnb to generate some extra revenue this season. Naturally, you want to attract the type of guests who will take care of your property and treat it with the respect that you do. With that in mind, you...
How poorly secured internet could lead to child porn charges
Few charges carry the same amount of social stigma as child pornography. Additionally, few offenses that don't directly harm another person carry such serious penalties. Anyone accused of accessing or downloading explicit images or videos of children will face not...
How can a drug charge be dismissed?
If you are part of a traffic stop or are personally stopped by the police, you may be wondering what rights you have. First, note that the officer needs to have a reason for stopping you. In a vehicle, violating a traffic law may give an officer the right to pull you...
