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Eyewitness misidentification has led to the wrongful incarceration of countless people, some of which have been released due to DNA evidence. According to the Innocence Project, there are 318 stories of people who were wrongfully convicted of a crime, and later set free after DNA evidence proved their innocence. Many others remain in prison, hoping that one day they will…
Former South Daytona, Florida magistrate Jerome Mitchell recently pled guilty to federal bribery charges for using his official position to reduce code enforcement fees on a local condominium in exchange for money. Mitchell’s friend and South Daytona’s acting mayor, Ron Clifton, also pled guilty to federal bribery charges and giving false information to federal officials regarding the same incident. The…
Among fines, community service and loss of license, some DUI offenders in Florida will be required to install what’s known as an ignition interlock device on any vehicle they wish to drive. Unfortunately, high maintenance costs and fees come associated with the condition. What is an ignition interlock device? An ignition interlock device, or IID as it’s known, is an…
Internet access is more prevalent than ever. Millions of American log on to email and other platforms on the World Wide Web every single day. As an indirect result, states have passed what’s commonly referred to as computer crimes-or illegal activities that utilize a computer, internet or network. Florida’s Computer Pornography and Child Exploitation Prevention Act The state of Florida,…
Drug tests are not foolproof, and when a person receives a false-positive result, the presence of legal substances or human error could be the source. People in Orlando, Florida, take drug tests for a variety of reasons. They may be ordered by an employer or a school, or they may be required as part of a substance abuse treatment program.…
A breath test, commonly referred to as a Breathalyzer, is widely used by law enforcement officials to detect the presence of alcohol on a driver. Many people are familiar with breath tests and understand that when a person is pulled over for suspected drunk driving, he or she may be asked to breath into a breath device that will reveal…
A new poll shows Floridians overwhelmingly support legalizing medical marijuana, although questions about regulations remain. Legalization, however, does not mean people can’t still be charged for possession While the issue of whether Florida should legalize medical marijuana continues to stir up heated controversy, a new poll suggests that Floridians are overwhelmingly in support of legalization, according to the South Florida…
When a person is accused of a drug crime with “intent to distribute,” what exact offense will be charged, and the potential penalties, are generally determined by the amount of the drugs discovered in a search. Therefore, an argument that goes to the heart of the amount of the substance seized might lead to a lesser crime charged, with a…
Domestic violence is a serious criminal offense in Florida, which carries potentially severe consequences, including probation or jail time. From time to time, people in Orlando, and throughout Florida, may have disagreements with family members, spouses and those they live with. If tempers flare and passions ignite, causing such arguments to become loud or physical, however, law enforcement may be…
Florida residents have the legal right to remain silent in certain situations. This constitutional right, enshrined in the Fifth Amendment, safeguards individuals from self-incrimination. It grants every Floridian the authority to withhold any information that may...