“You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law.” You’ve seen enough movies and television shows to know your Miranda rights before they’re even read to you. But have you ever stopped to consider what the right...
Any case that involves a death requires patience and diligence to unravel. Intent and methods can be the difference between murder and manslaughter. But even in the case of manslaughter, degrees of negligence and reckless behavior can tip the needle. As the Florida...
You have access to your business’s petty cash fund. You give into the temptation to take some bills off of the top for your own personal use. Eventually, someone notices that money is missing, and you are charged with embezzlement. Why isn’t this considered theft?...
Your child has worked hard to get into college. However, criminal charges can suddenly dim a bright-looking future. This is not the time to take a tough-love approach with your child, nor is it the time to chalk this up to young adults being young adults. All criminal...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Whether you are hanging out with friends on Spring Break or enjoying a few drinks at a bar, things may get a little out of hand. One minute you are having a good time, only to be put in handcuffs the next. How can this happen?Florida has laws protecting the peace of...
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...