The internet has brought new ways for people to communicate and interact with one another, and it has also given rise to new ways for people to hurt one another. Lawmakers have had to create entirely new regulations and terminology to govern the way that people behave...
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What your teens (and tweens) need to know about sexting
For many parents, simply the thought of their adolescent and teenage children sexting with other kids leaves them squeamish. But while your son or daughter will always be your little baby, the truth is that your kids are growing up and maturing sexually. The fact that...
What to do if you are falsely accused of sexually assaulting a child
During a bitter custody battle between antagonistic divorcing parents, there can be disturbing accusations of child sexual abuse made by one parent against the other. When you are falsely charged with sexual assault on a child, the fallout can be serious for you. The...
Avoiding false allegations of sexual misconduct when you’re a teacher
An investigation can start with a rumor, a social media post or an angry lie from a student that doesn’t like their grades. The next thing you know, your job and reputation are on the line, and you find yourself sitting in an attorney’s office discussing the...
What does sexual battery mean in Florida?
Many defendants believe that sexual battery is the same as sexual assault. However, in Florida, the term sexual battery is used to describe several prohibited acts, including rape. The details of the alleged crime make a difference An arrest for sexual battery is a...
Mitigation and sentencing after a criminal conviction: Here’s how it works
Every criminal defendant hopes to resolve their case without a conviction, but that’s not always possible. Whether you lose at trial or eventually accept a plea deal, mitigation will become a big part of your defense. Judges consider numerous factors before passing...
Facing a DUI with a commercial license? You need to defend it
When you drive a commercial vehicle, you’re held to a higher standard than other drivers. If you decide to drive while intoxicated, then you could face a DUI and end up losing your license. The interesting thing about DUIs for those with commercial licenses is that...
How much trouble can you get into for tattooing a minor in Florida?
For a lot of people, a tattoo is akin to a rite of passage. A lot of people get them to celebrate certain events in their lives or to commemorate something significant they’ve experienced. Tattoos are so common these days that almost everyone has one or wants one --...
What should you know about vehicle searches?
When you see the flashing lights of a police vehicle behind you, it’s easy to become nervous even if you don’t have anything illegal in the automobile. Knowing that there’s something in the car that’s not supposed to be there can make you even more nervous. You might...
How much right do you have to defend yourself or others in a public place in Florida?
Florida, like many other states, has adopted a “Stand Your Ground” law that is based on the age-old Castle Doctrine that gives people a right to protect themselves and their families from unlawful intruders. Unlike many other states, however, Florida’s Stand Your...
