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Miranda warnings and DUI cases

On behalf of Corey Cohen of The Law Office of Corey I. Cohen on Wednesday, August 21, 2019.

Florida police have stepped up their efforts to catch drunk drivers. They have intense plans for Labor Day weekend this year to catch anyone driving intoxicated, but it is all for a good purpose. Thousands of people lose their lives each year due to drunk drivers, and these efforts aim to lower that number.

If you find yourself pulled over on suspicion of DUI, then you need to know your rights. One of your most critical rights is that of remaining silent. While you do need to provide the police with basic information, such as your name, you do not have to go into detail about your evening.

The Law Office of Corey I Cohen is one of the best lawyers in Orlando

On behalf of Corey Cohen of The Law Office of Corey I. Cohen posted in Firm News on Thursday, August 8, 2019.

Our law office was recently listed as one of BirdEye's Best Orlando Lawyers in 2019.

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Florida drug law facts to know

On behalf of Corey Cohen of The Law Office of Corey I. Cohen on Wednesday, August 7, 2019.

Drug laws are in place for the protection of citizens. However, over the years they have been evolving.

For those facing possible drug charges, understanding the law is critical. There are a few key facts about Florida drug laws that people should know.

DUI court in Florida

On behalf of Corey Cohen of The Law Office of Corey I. Cohen on Monday, July 22, 2019.

Statistics show that Florida has one of the highest rates of traffic fatalities related to alcohol. Considering this number, it is easy to understand why significant measures are in place to help prevent and, if need be, punish such events.

For those who commit DUI offenses continuously, additional measures beyond a punishment may be beneficial. For that reason, the DUI court was created, and it continues to grow as a productive alternative to traditional court.

Drug trafficking, prescription fraud and Florida penalties

On behalf of Corey Cohen of The Law Office of Corey I. Cohen on Tuesday, July 9, 2019.

One example of the opioid crisis that exists nationwide is a recent Florida incident involving the illegal distribution of prescription drugs.

The Office of the Attorney General has confirmed that authorities broke up a prescription drug trafficking ring and arrested seven people, including a pharmacist. If convicted, the participants face serious penalties.

Understanding Florida's 10-20-Life law

On behalf of Corey Cohen of The Law Office of Corey I. Cohen on Monday, June 24, 2019.

Section 775.087 of the Florida Statutes has become widely known as the 10-20-Life law. Passed by the Florida State Legislature in 1999, this law sets forth the mandatory minimum prison sentence you will receive if a jury convicts you of using a firearm during the commission of a forcible felony.

Florida includes numerous violent crime felonies within the forcible felony category, including the following:

Murder
Aggravated assault
Carjacking
Home-invasion robbery
Kidnapping
Manslaughter

When possession crosses the line to trafficking

On behalf of Corey Cohen of The Law Office of Corey I. Cohen posted in Drug Trafficking on Monday, June 10, 2019.

Drug possession is a serious crime in Florida, and your charges depend primarily on the type of class the drug falls into and the amount you have.

Possessing a "usable quantity" of a drug means you had enough for personal use. However, if an officer finds a large amount of the drug, the police may suspect you of trafficking. When your charges escalate to that level, you cross into the felony category. Take a look at how a recreational drug habit may escalate into something more serious.

An in-depth breakdown of Florida’s DUI law: Part 1

On behalf of Corey Cohen of The Law Office of Corey I. Cohen on Wednesday, May 29, 2019.

When it comes to drunk driving in Florida, many motorists are not aware there are various aspects to the state’s DUI law. Not only does it encompass driving under the influence of alcohol but also of a controlled or unlawful chemical substance. Regardless of the type of chemical impairing a driver when apprehended for a DUI, penalties are dependent on the other details regarding the offense.

Law enforcement uses several factors to determine the severity of a DUI charge. It is important for motorists to understand them. Here is a brief overview of the assessment of a DUI charge.

Health effects of heroin use

On behalf of Corey Cohen of The Law Office of Corey I. Cohen on Thursday, May 23, 2019.

Heroin is a dangerous and deadly drug. More and more people use the drug, with the usage rate nearly doubling from 2007 to 2012. The fact that heroin use and addiction are so widespread makes it imperative for everyone to know as much as possible about it.

It is necessary to learn about the short- and long-term effects of heroin use. While it may give users an initial euphoria, the lasting health implications are devastating.

Man imprisoned on false charge of heroin trafficking

On behalf of Corey Cohen of The Law Office of Corey I. Cohen on Thursday, April 25, 2019.

Imagine spending over a month in a jail cell for possession of laundry detergent. That is exactly what one Florida resident had to endure earlier this year.

The officer on duty attempted to pass off a large quantity of laundry soap as heroin, using it as evidence to initiate an arrest. This situation raises some important questions about your rights in an accusation as devastating as this one.