Probation is a service that you may be eligible for after committing a crime. Rather than facing jail time or other harsh penalties, probation serves to correct offenders' behaviors and prevent them from committing the crime again.Types of probationThe probation...
Criminal Defense
Even nonviolent offenses can lead to prison time
Sometimes, people in Florida and elsewhere do things without realizing that their actions could be deemed unlawful. One such case recently led to a judge sending a 39-year-old man to jail for contempt of court. The man has now filed an appeal, claiming his public...
Fraud allegations lead to investigation of roofing company
Individuals and business owners in Florida who learn that they are being investigated might be unsure of how to proceed without jeopardizing their rights. A judgment error or being misled by another person might lead to allegations of fraud. The circumstances could...
White collar crimes: What are they?
Many types of crimes that aim to bring financial gain, and are based on deceit, fall into this category. White collar crimes charges can involve federal or state laws, and investigations are often lengthy because of the significant numbers of paper trails that must be...
What are the consequences of violating probation?
Probation is one possible outcome that can occur if the courts convict you of a crime or you plead guilty to criminal charges. Probation sentences carry conditions that you must meet to avoid jail and, in some cases, a criminal record. The type of probation offenders...
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...
Fort Myers man among dozens charged with white collar crimes
Law enforcement officials fanned out across the United States, taking 61 people into custody in connection with an alleged call center scam. Among those arrested was a 49-year-old Fort Myers man who now faces white collar crime charges that include wire fraud and...