State & Federal Criminal Defense
State & Federal Criminal Defense
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If you're facing federal drug charges in Florida, understanding the First Step Act could significantly impact your case. This bipartisan legislation, signed into law in 2018, brought meaningful reforms to federal sentencing guidelines and prison conditions. While it...
Yes, under certain circumstances, neglect can be a form of domestic abuse in Florida. Domestic abuse encompasses various harmful behaviors by one family or household member on another, and neglect is one of them. Understanding neglect and its relation to domestic...
Traffic laws limit the ways that people behave themselves in traffic to help keep everyone safe. Drivers generally need to comply with the speed limit and avoid engaging in reckless conduct that could endanger others. Street racing typically violates a number of...
Most people think of federal crimes as “white collar” offenses like fraud or crimes that extend across state lines, like some kidnapping cases do. They don’t realize that a DUI can be a federal offense -- until they’re charged with one. A DUI is a federal crime when...
A number of states, including Florida, have some kind of “three strikes” law. These laws typically require those who are convicted of a crime after two previous felony convictions to receive a harsher sentence than if they didn’t have a record. They’re intended to...
There are many rules and regulations around substance possession, manufacturing and distribution. These regulations are enforced by the Controlled Substance Act (CSA). The CSA also influences criminal charges for illegal substance possession. To understand the...
When you got your Florida driver's license, you agreed to more than just following traffic rules. You gave “implied consent” to chemical testing if law enforcement ever suspects you of driving under the influence. This agreement means you must submit to breath, blood...
It is quite common for people to try to handle the early stages of a legal controversy on their own. They might only reach out for support from an attorney when things spiral out of their control. That approach can be dangerous for a defendant. They could implicate...
Imagine you're enjoying a peaceful evening at home, watching your favorite TV show. Suddenly, there's a knock on your door. It's the police, and they're there to arrest you. While this might sound like the beginning of a dramatic crime series, it's a reality for some....
When stopped for drunk driving, the tension and nervousness might lead you to say things that could worsen your situation. Three examples of things you should not say during a stop include the following: "I only had a couple of drinks." Police can use even a casual...