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...
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...
Criminal penalties are often the main focus of those worried about a pending charge. They think about jail or the inconvenience of probation and worry about what the effect will be on the rest of their lives. The criminal record that comes with a guilty plea or...
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...
Right now in Florida, marijuana is not legal for recreational use. However, that could be changing soon. The state is struggling to balance its budget, so officials are starting to look into methods to bring in more revenue. One of those options is to legalize and tax...
You may have taken a few pills of a medication your friend or family member is on just to try them out. You might have run out of your own that are the same and took a couple until you could get your own refill. Whatever the reason was that you took someone else’s...
As a person with a good job, an impressive income, good relationships and who is a respected member of your community, you may not realize the importance of your reputation until you lose it. The way that you are thought of in your community, whether your place of...
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...
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...
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...