Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious charge, with serious consequences – even for a first-time conviction. In Florida, the financial ramifications of a DUI conviction can be substantial. If you’re charged with a DUI, these are some of the potential financial...
Florida’s civil asset forfeiture is supposed to be a way to deprive people of being able to use things that are the result of illegal activities. This is done to prevent it from being used to commit future crimes. Law enforcement agencies in the state must comply with...
A DUI is always something you have to take seriously. There are harsh penalties, both criminal and administrative, that you could face for a first, second or subsequent DUI. If you had a DUI in the past and now face accusations of a second DUI, you need to know how...
Any time you’re facing accusations of driving under the influence, you want to know your rights and what to expect as you defend yourself. One of the things that might come up for you in your case is a DUI plea deal, and, depending on the circumstances, you might be...
Both Florida and the federal government ban many of the same substances. Controlled substances laws prohibit the possession or manufacture of methamphetamine at the federal and state level, for example. They also make it illegal to abuse or resell prescription drugs....
The idea of being independent is a powerful cultural force in the United States. Most adults don't like to ask for help, especially if they have to pay for it. People like to try to solve their own problems as frequently as possible. Still, there are certain...
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...
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...
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...
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...
