The Fifth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution affords you the right to remain silent during police questioning. Furthermore, thanks to a 1966 U.S. Supreme Court decision, officers have an affirmative obligation to notify you of this right when making a custodial...
Month: June 2020
Siblings and Situations Related to Domestic Violence
Sadly, incidents associated with domestic violence occur often in Florida. Law enforcement may respond to a neighbor's 911 call after the neighbor heard a violent argument escalate into physical violence. Upon arriving on the scene, the police offices may discover...
What to know about leading questions
Attorneys in Florida and elsewhere may use leading questions in an effort to shape a narrative. Leading questions are almost always answered with a yes or a no, but that is not always the case. Generally speaking, attorneys are not allowed to use this type of question...
Understanding Miranda rights as part of a criminal defense
Floridians and people across the nation are likely familiar with the term "Miranda rights." Since the right to remain silent has become an ingrained part of the culture, most people might think they have a firm grasp on what it means. However, there are fundamental...