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...
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...
A police officer parks his car on the side of the interstate to watch the traffic go by. It’s right around 2:00 in the morning, and it’s a weekend. The officer knows there are drunk drivers out there. This is the time of the week when they’re most common. It’s just a...
One law that is somewhat unique to Florida is the “Stand Your Ground” law. This law is highly controversial, but it can also be beneficial to those who have been forced to use deadly force against another person. The law specifically allows people to use deadly force...
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 --...
It might come as a surprise, but did you know that you could get drunk without ever having an alcoholic drink? Many different foods are cooked with alcohol, and while there is a myth that the alcohol in that food totally evaporates and cooks away, that’s not entirely...
A new operation in Pasco County, Florida, is one that you may be interested in knowing more about. The op, called “Operation Green Light,” is designed to help drivers get back on the road by eliminating unpaid court fines and fees that may limit their access to their...
A DUI can leave you with a criminal record that impacts your job, family, social circle and reputation, which is the last thing anyone wants to see. The good news is that being able to attend the DMV hearing and having your attorney prepared to defend you is a step in...