When a Florida law enforcement official charges you with driving under the influence and you receive a conviction for the offense, it may hurt you personally, professionally and financially. In some cases, it may interfere with your ability to work and support...
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Defending against domestic violence
Facing a domestic violence charge is quite damaging to a person's reputation, and it can be difficult to formulate a defense that will work in court. A solid defense disproves some element of the crime. To present a strong defense, a person should understand the...
How does Florida handle juvenile offenses?
If law enforcement arrests and charges your child with a crime, you may feel angry, fearful and helpless. Understanding the Florida juvenile justice process can help you get a handle on this difficult situation. Learn more about what to expect if your child becomes...
Do juvenile records automatically disappear at age 18?
The legal system generally separates juveniles from adults except in rare circumstances. Most of the time, a crime you commit as a juvenile goes on your juvenile record. While many people think the state erases this record when you turn 18, that is not true. Every...
3 ways law enforcement may conduct a traffic stop
Many drivers may have preconceived expectations for how law enforcement conduct traffic stops, and what they should or should not do during the interaction with the officer. According to WUFT, a Florida NPR station, Florida has 40 police academies that teach...
How eyewitness testimony may not be infallible
Eyewitnesses often have important roles in criminal cases. These witnesses may be able to point out a suspect. Unfortunately, some lineups lead to misidentification. This can happen for several different reasons. One of the most common reasons, however, may be that...
What is entrapment?
If your child faces juvenile criminal charges, you likely want to clarify what happened and led to this situation. One thing that may come up in the course of your investigation into the fact s is entrapment. Unfortunately, most people misunderstand what entrapment...
How criminal records can affect career paths
Criminal charges can have a profound impact on an individual’s career progression. Jailtime dramatically disrupts a person’s studies and career momentum. Once released, it might feel like starting all over again. Many employers also complete background checks, which...
Penalties faced by Florida’s repeat-DUI offenders
The state of Florida takes driving under the influence of alcohol quite seriously, so, as you might imagine, the penalties for doing so increase in severity with each conviction. In addition to facing serious criminal penalties for drinking and driving on more than...
What to know about the plain view doctrine
As many people are aware, the U.S. Constitution imposes limits on the power of law enforcement to search property. A police officer requires a warrant or probable cause in order to conduct a search. However, sometimes an officer might claim a rationale to search a car...
