Tag Archives: Florida Criminal Charges
Responsible Social Media Use with Criminal Charges Pending
Use of social media has reached epidemic proportions. It seems as if everyone has one or more social media profiles on platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and they are not afraid to use these platforms and profiles to report to the world on every new development and experience in their lives. Take one… Read More »
The Risks and Rewards of “Explaining Your Side of the Story”
It is a scene common to cop dramas and real life alike: a suspect, placed under arrest and taken to the local police station, is placed in a room with a hardened detective. The detective announces to the suspect that the police have information that implicates the suspect in criminal activity: a witness or… Read More »
Dangers of Handling Your Criminal Case Yourself
Some Florida defendants will choose to represent themselves in hopes of saving money or under the mistaken belief that the criminal justice system will work to actively safeguard their rights throughout their criminal case. This can be a disastrous decision. It is always the right decision, when facing criminal charges, to seek the assistance… Read More »
Benefits of Criminal Record Sealing and Expungement
After being convicted of a crime and serving the terms of the sentence most adults assume that their lives will continue on much as before. In reality, once a crime becomes a matter of public record it has the potential to follow you for the rest of your life. Regardless of how far you… Read More »
Understanding Florida Resisting Arrest Penalties
Being placed under arrest is a stressful and often frightening event. Complying with the requests of the arresting officer at all times is vital, and failure to follow instructions may result in additional charges. Resisting arrest carries penalties that can severely impact your case. Florida currently has laws in place for resisting arrest using… Read More »
Violation of Probation in Florida
If you are on probation in Florida, there are many conditions that you have to follow. If you violate these conditions or commit a new crime, your probation can be revoked and you can be penalized for violation of probation. This post looks at violation of probation in Florida and some of the common… Read More »
Florida Criminal Law: Theft Law Explained
If you have been accused of theft in Florida there are many things that you need to know and consider as you move forward. If you have already been arrested or charged, you should contact a skilled Clearwater criminal law attorney as soon as possible to ensure your rights are preserved throughout your case…. Read More »
Supreme Court Declares Florida’s Death Penalty Sentencing System Unconstitutional
On January 12, 2016, the United States Supreme Court declared Florida’s death sentencing system unconstitutional. However, whether the declaration of the system’s unconstitutionality affects people convicted and sentenced to death before this decision is a matter of Florida law. For the moment, it is unclear what will happen to the men and women currently… Read More »
