Sibling fights often happen in many families as no one expects relatives to get along with one another constantly. Most often, these minor disagreements resolve quickly, and nobody suffers physical injuries. However, when these altercations escalate to a point where...
Criminal Law
How conviction review units lead to exonerations
Wrongfully convicted prisoners in Florida and other states benefit from conviction review units' work. A Florida man recently obtained release after serving 34 years of a 400-year sentence for a robbery conviction. What are conviction review units and how do they help...
What should you do if the police knock on your door?
With so many uncertainties surrounding law enforcement and individual rights, you may wonder about the proper response when the police knock on your door. The entertainment industry often portrays these interactions in misleading ways, so understanding your rights can...
Can you face domestic violence charges without touching anyone?
Marriage and family come with challenges. It is normal and expected to have disagreements and arguments with members of your family. Domestic violence occurs when family members who cannot find a way to peacefully resolve issues resort to violence or other threatening...
How do high incarceration rates impact Floridians?
In comparison to other states, Florida has a relatively high incarceration rate. This reality has many effects on incarcerated people and their families, as well as the residents of Florida. If you live in Florida, you should learn about the effects of high...
What not to say when a police officer questions you
It can be intimidating when a police officer knocks on your door or turns on the lights behind your car when you are on the road. Sometimes, nerves and anxiety can sometimes cause people to say things they should not. For this reason, it is best to remain silent until...
Can police search my car at a traffic stop in Florida?
If authorities recently pulled you or someone you know over for a traffic violation and asked to search the car, this incident likely sparked some questions. You may be wondering if the law supports the officer's search. Knowledge is power, and this is what you need...
Have you been accused of self checkout theft?
Self-checkout lines exist for numerous reasons and help people get out of the store even faster than before. Unfortunately, there are still issues with these registers, especially when stores leave them unmanned. It is all too easy for a store to mistakenly claim that...
What type of field sobriety tests can I be asked to perform?
Regardless of the reason for the traffic stop, if a law enforcement officer believes there is reasonable cause to suspect you are driving under the influence, they may ask you to perform a few field sobriety tests. An officer has reasonable cause to request the tests...
Why you should remain silent when being questioned by police
Whether you have committed a crime or not, facing and answering questions from police is unnerving. One sentence can change you from an innocent observer to a suspect. However, you have the right to remain silent. You do not have to answer police questions without an...