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Individuals in Florida have the legal right to protect themselves and others from serious threats. Although violence is usually against the law, it isn't illegal to act in self-defense. Florida has a Stand Your Ground law that enhances self-defense rights by...
Getting arrested for drug possession can be a very stressful experience. You may worry about losing your job or going to prison. If police officers and prosecutors want to bring more serious charges against you, you might find yourself facing allegations that you...
No rational person could ever believe they are at risk of falsely confessing to a serious offense they never committed. Despite this, false confessions happen much more often than you might think. One factor that can contribute to false confessions is the treatment of...
There is a saying commonly stated in the recovery communities: “Hurt people hurt other people.” What that means depends on the situation, but basically, those who have endured trauma and pain are sometimes more likely to replicate those same painful traumas in their...
When an eyewitness stands in the witness box, you can bet the judge and jury will pay close attention. Yet what if what they are saying is wrong, and you know their words could help convict you? You should know what an eyewitness will say beforehand Preparation is...
If you’re facing criminal charges, it’s very important to understand the fruit of the poisonous tree doctrine. This legal doctrine may give you a way to fight those charges, even if it seems like the evidence that has been presented against you is conclusive. In...
You called 911 because a friend was overdosing. You stayed with them until help arrived. However, the police showed up along with the paramedics, and you ended up being arrested. Can you be charged for a crime the police wouldn’t have known about if you hadn’t done...
It's a common misconception that prescription medication is safer to abuse than prohibited drugs because it is theoretically legal. However, prescription medication can absolutely lead to drug charges, especially if you share it with other people. Your medication may...
The criminal justice system in the U.S. is frequently touted as one of the best in the world. While this may be the case, it is far from perfect. Every year, hundreds of convictions are overturned and some studies suggest that there are currently hundreds of thousands...
Many people unwittingly worsen their situation when the police accuse them of a crime. They say or do things that make it easier for the police to build a case against them. One such example relates to digital sex crimes. Some people believe they have to hand over...