State & Federal Criminal Defense
State & Federal Criminal Defense
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When driving in Florida, being pulled over by law enforcement can be a fearful experience. During a traffic stop, there is no objective way to predict what might happen. This is true whether the driver was doing something illegal or not. Regardless of the...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Under Florida law, a charge of disorderly conduct could result from anything that can affect someone’s “peace and quiet.” Also noted as a “breach of the peace” in the 2019 Florida Statutes, the law could apply to a variety of behaviors. Disorderly conduct arrests...
Many Florida drivers underestimate the serious nature of traffic violations. When they get a ticket, they may assume the easiest thing is to just pay the fine and move on. In reality, this is not always the smartest course of action. It's prudent to take these...
Prescription drugs can be miraculous for those who are suffering from an injury, a painful recovery from surgery or a chronic condition. By blocking the pain messages to the brain, the medication may help them to rest and remain calm, allowing their bodies to heal...
Facing allegations of criminal charges is a situation in which no one wants to find him- or herself. Of course, anyone could end up in this type of predicament depending on how a certain event plays out. As a result, if you or any other Florida resident faces criminal...
Even the most even-tempered people have a breaking point. When confrontations occur, they can quickly turn ugly. Some may make threats of physical violence and/or perform acts of physical violence, and someone calls the police. Your involvement in such an altercation...