If you’re stopped and accused of a DUI, it’s important for you to take steps to defend against that allegation. Florida has harsh DUI laws, so a conviction could lead to the loss of your driving privileges as well as other repercussions. Did you know that you are...
When should I get a criminal defense attorney?
You may have been arrested following a traffic stop, called in to speak with the police as a part of an ongoing investigation or be under scrutiny for other reasons, but if you are at risk of being charged or have been charged already, it’s time to work with a...
What situations upgrade theft charges to grand theft in Florida?
Theft occurs in all kinds of ways. Shoplifting, burglary, embezzlement and armed robbery are all different kinds of theft. While the circumstances of theft crimes vary from case to case, what unifies them is that they are crimes intended to deprive someone of their...
Juvenile criminal defense: The consequences, and what parents need to know
Minors who get in trouble with the law will face juvenile charges in most cases. These criminal offenses that they are accused of could be anything from drug crimes to assault and battery, but they all require a strong defense. In Florida, prosecutors don’t go easy on...
The requirements of a bribery charge under federal law
In Florida, bribery constitutes giving, offering, taking or promising something of value with the unlawful intention of corruption in exchange for a favor or a service. It is in the category of white-collar crimes. Moreover, the bribe can be money, gifts, property or...
Grand theft cases have different levels and different penalties
When Florida residents are facing grand theft charges, they're dealing with a serious matter. Theft is the act of taking an individual's property, services or money without their permission or consent. What many people don't realize is that, depending on the type of...