Daniel Lewin
Fierce Advocacy. Genuine Compassion.
Allegations of domestic violence may result in numerous serious penalties. A conviction could result in jail time and fines. The record of a domestic violence conviction can cause challenges every time a person applies for a new job or seeks rental housing....
An arrest for boating under the influence near the Palm Beach Inlet can instantly replace relaxation with panic. It can be terrifying to think about jail time, career damage or ruining your clean record. Florida treats a maritime arrest with extreme severity. However,...
Failing a breath test often feels like a guarantee that you are going to be convicted on DUI charges. If an officer says that you are over the legal limit, it feels like they have irrefutable evidence that you were driving your vehicle while impaired. You are likely...
Drunk driving charges often follow poor vehicle operation. Those who swerve all over or hit the brakes without reason may end up stopped by police officers. Driving under the influence (DUI) arrests also frequently follow collisions, as people who lose control and...
Borrowing a friend’s car to run an errand should be something normal for you. However, if you get pulled over by law enforcement, and a subsequent police search reveals controlled substances hidden in the glove box or trunk, you can find yourself facing severe felony...
Florida has not legalized recreational marijuana. The state does allow the use of medical marijuana, as we’ve discussed here before. However, a person must have a qualifying condition and obtain a medical marijuana card. Not everyone can simply walk into a dispensary...
If you face arrest in Florida, you do have certain rights. These are often referred to as your Miranda rights. They include the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney. It is typically best to inform the police officers that you intend to use your right to...
Serious criminal convictions, including felony offenses, can impact an individual’s civil rights. They may lose the right to vote. They may also become unable to lawfully possess a firearm. After they complete their criminal sentence, they may be eligible for the...
A drug charge in Florida does not always reflect what you intended to do with a substance. In many cases, the amount of the drugs recovered during an arrest is the single factor that separates a possession offense from a trafficking charge carrying years of mandatory...
If police find you with drugs, you might assume you’re facing a simple possession charge, but that assumption can be wrong. Depending on the type and amount of the drugs, what seems like a relatively minor offense can quickly escalate into a trafficking charge. Under...