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Florida's approach to the open carry of weapons is strict, with the state generally prohibiting the practice. But at the same time, the state issues concealed weapon licenses to eligible residents. So, what happens if a person with a concealed carry permit decides to...
Shoplifting may not be a new crime, but it has been making the headlines lately. Whether the news outlets are overblowing this supposed “crime wave” or not, there’s no denying that shoplifting is illegal in all U.S. states. Florida is no exception; there are grave...
Transportation services offered by rideshare companies such as Uber and Lyft are incredibly handy, especially for people too drunk to drive home themselves. It’s dangerous to drive while inebriated, and Florida police can catch and charge drunk motorists with driving...
The ideal outcome for a criminal case is convicting the guilty and clearing the innocent. However, injustices still occur through wrongful convictions or when the person declared guilty turns out to be factually innocent of the charges. There were 143 exonerations...
Sexual battery is one of the most deplorable crimes anyone can commit, and Florida has severe punishments for those convicted of this felony offense. The penalties are based on factors such as the ages of the offender and the victim, whether physical force or a weapon...
The recent arrest of a Hillsborough County sheriff’s deputy illustrates how devastating battery charges can be even for someone who is an upstanding citizen or has a spotless criminal record. According to news reports, Pasco County officials arrested the deputy after...
There are several reasons why a credit card has an expiration date. Years of use can wear down the magnetic strips and security chips inside cards, so banks offer to issue replacements. Likewise, there could be different explanations for why a bank would revoke a...
Regardless of the specific criminal charges you’re facing, there’s a good chance that there’s going to be contradictory testimony when evidence is presented. This can make it challenging for the judge or jury to parse out the truth, resulting in a lot of uncertainty...
When someone is formally charged with a crime, the court may set a financial bond, known as bail, as a condition of release. While bail serves the purpose of ensuring the defendant's appearance in court, excessively high bail amounts can create significant challenges....
United States citizens have the right to free speech. This essentially means that the government cannot put someone in jail simply because they have opinions. People often take this right for granted today, but it was a major step forward at the time of the nation’s...