Criminal Defense

Florida law may not allow for the use of recreational marijuana, as many other states now do. But it does allow for the use of medical marijuana. Those who have a qualifying condition can get a medical marijuana card and use it to treat their symptoms. What you may be...

If you are facing violent action from another individual, you do have a right to defend yourself. Self-defense can be used to protect you, your family or another individual who is in danger. Essentially, the person who is not the aggressor is allowed to use force if...

Given that the Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution gives some pretty broad protections, most people are justified in believing that their homes really are their castles – and the police can’t search them without a warrant. However, what about your trash? You may...

You have a right to defend yourself against imminent danger to your life or well-being. Therefore, you are justified to use force to protect yourself when someone attacks you or puts you in fear for your safety. That said, a self-defense claim must meet specific...

If you are facing criminal charges of any kind, understanding what sentence you could face is crucial. You cannot afford to rely on what the prosecution tells you. They may try to convince you to take a plea deal by telling you that, if you don’t accept, they will...

Technology is capable of changing far more quickly than the law. However, eventually, laws do catch up. Cyberharassment laws are now common across the country. Harassment, including threats, via email, social media and elsewhere on the internet has become all too...

Despite the rights granted by the Second Amendment allowing Florida citizens to lawfully own firearms, there are many circumstances in which people may lose their firearm ownership rights. For example, those dishonorably discharged from the military or those convicted...

You certainly never wanted to be accused of any sort of sex crime. You also understood that there can be complications if you’re with someone that you haven’t been with before, so you made sure to ask for their consent first. You know how important it is to check and...

A significant majority of criminal cases do not go to trial. They are resolved through plea deals between the prosecution and the defense. A plea deal generally involves the defendant pleading guilty, or entering a plea of nolo contendere (no contest to the charges)...

If you are charged with shoplifting, it can be a stressful situation. It’s only made worse during the holidays when everyone is gearing up for family time and fun.  In Florida, shoplifting is taken seriously, and if convicted, you can face significant fines and even...