The decision to drive while under the influence (DUI) is always a risk. Not only is it a risk to the person who gets behind the wheel, but it is also a risk to passengers, pedestrians and other drivers on the road. If someone decides to drive after they have had too...
Good People Do Get Arrested
Good People Do Get Arrested
Fort Myers Criminal Defense Blog
Legality of CNS depressants
The central nervous system consists of the brain and spine. It is both the source and the main conduit of neural signals that tell the body how to function. CNS depressants are a class of drugs that slow down the central nervous system. A person who takes CNS...
3 reasons not to trust your teenager’s breath test results
When officers suspect a teenager is driving under the influence of alcohol, they often ask for a breath sample. If a breath test indicates your son or daughter has a blood alcohol concentration of 0.02% or higher, an arrest is likely imminent. Still, breath tests are...
What exactly is entrapment?
You may have heard of the term entrapment before, but do you really know what it means? Is it a valid defense for a drug charge? Under what circumstances is an entrapment defense able to hold up in a court of law? Keep reading for more information on what entrapment...
An overview of Florida’s hazing laws
You are now on your own and off to college. Do you party or do you study? Have your new friends asked you to go along with them as they play pranks and embarrass other students? You may realize that joining your friends in hazing someone is not as much fun as you...
Charges a child could face by bringing a weapon to school
A child could face a serious felony charge if found on or near educational property with any weapon, whether concealed or open. Possessing a firearm, sword, knife or any type of a device capable of causing harm classifies as grounds for a third-degree felony offense. ...
What can I do about teenage shoplifting?
Most teens do not consider shoplifting a very serious crime. Despite their blase attitude, shoplifting is taken very seriously and can lead to future legal issues and other behavioral problems. When you look at the ages of the majority of people arrested for...
What are some common field sobriety tests?
It can be overwhelming at first when you get pulled over, especially if you are unsure of what the officers commonly do to check if you are drunk. While at a checkpoint, here are some common field sobriety tests that you will likely encounter. Gaze The most basic of...
The importance of parental involvement when a juvenile commits a crime
When a child commits a crime, he or she must face the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice. Despite criminal charges, parents still have a role to play when a child faces charges or already underwent sentencing. The parental and family role in a child’s life who is...
Defense of others is a valid assault and battery defense
Most people are aware that acting in self-defense is a valid defense strategy for assault and battery. What you may not know, however, is that defense may also be valid if you are acting in defense of others. We understand how assault and battery laws work and have...
