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State & Federal Criminal Defense
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In Florida, shifts on the road often bring quick changes to the law. A rule that took effect January 1, 2024, now changes how the state treats covered or altered license plates. Many drivers bought tinted covers or camera‑blocking gadgets without thinking twice. Now...
You may face much tougher charges after even a few low-value thefts. Florida law escalates penalties based on prior convictions, property value and specific facts like firearms or elderly victims. When petty theft becomes a felony Petit theft under $750 is usually a...
When people hear domestic violence, they often think of physical harm. But in Florida, you can face charges even without touching anyone. Threats, harassment and actions that cause fear all count as abuse. Prosecutors can file a case based only on those behaviors. If...
Borrowing a car seems harmless—until you fail to return it or take it without the owner’s knowledge. In Florida, borrowing a vehicle without permission or not returning it on time without notice can quickly turn into a felony grand theft charge. The law targets people...
Most Florida DUIs start as misdemeanors but they can become felonies based on your record or the harm you cause. How a misdemeanor becomes a felony Florida Statute § 316.193 defines DUI and sets the conditions for felony charges. A third DUI within 10 years, a fourth...
No one wants to get a letter from Uncle Sam. Getting a mailing from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) could mean you simply need to adjust a minor mistake on your tax return or something more serious. For those who fear something more serious, one of your first...
As of October 1st, 2025, Florida will implement significant changes to DUI sentencing with the introduction of House Bill 687, commonly known as "Trenton's Law." This legislation imposes stricter DUI and BUI penalties if there is an accident that results in the death...
Being arrested can be one of the most stressful moments in life. In those first few minutes, emotions often run high, and it’s easy to make choices that can work against you later. How you interact with the officers can shape the entire process, and understanding your...
Step past the gates of a military base, stroll through a national park or walk into a federal courthouse and you're no longer under Florida law. You're on federal ground. If you're arrested there, the legal process changes significantly—who charges you, where you're...
People accused of driving under the influence (DUI) offenses can anticipate facing certain standard penalties. The sentence that the courts impose must align with state statutes, which establish minimum and maximum penalties for a variety of different DUI...