Being arrested for drug crimes has consequences in every state, but Florida residents may find that their penalties are worse than those of neighboring communities. While each state government is given the authority to select and enforce the punishments for...
Good People Do Get Arrested.
Month: June 2017
How expungement works in Florida
Getting arrested creates a record that can haunt you for years, affecting opportunities for housing, employment and bank loans. Florida law offers two ways to mitigate the effects of certain criminal records: sealing and expungement.Sealing a record restricts public...
Could auto-brewery syndrome be the cause of your DUI?
Being charged with a DUI in Florida can be a stressful experience, but this situation can be even more difficult if you do not believe you were drunk. While any alcohol can lead to intoxication, it generally takes a substantial amount to increase your blood alcohol...
The difference between a felony and a misdemeanor
If you or your child have been charged with a juvenile crime in Florida, you may be wondering what exactly the charges mean. Confusing terms can make a stressful situation worse when you are trying to understand what will happen in the future. We at the Law Firm of...
Police: Body cam shows former cop stealing as he makes arrests
Fort Myers racing fans have for years made the nearly 5-hour trek northeast to visit the Daytona International Speedway in Volusia County. A former county sheriff's deputy there is hoping to pull away from allegations that his own body camera shows him stealing money...
Another Tiger Woods DUI video released
He stands there as those without his global fame, his millions of dollars and his golf titles have stood there before him. A video of golf icon Tiger Woods was recently released, showing him handcuffed and humbled, taking a breathalyzer test in a county jail about two...