Society tends to treat a drunk driving charge as something that just happens, and we should just brush it off and move on. While it is good to be optimistic when something serious happens in your life, the reality is that a drunk driving charge should always be taken...
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How you can attack the credibility of the prosecution’s witnesses
Witnesses must take an oath to tell the whole truth and nothing but the truth before they can testify at trial. But witnesses sometimes mischaracterize the facts, and sometimes they straight-up lie on the stand. Either situation can be disastrous for you in your...
Your options when it comes to filing a civil rights lawsuit
What it means to be an American citizen can be a unique and individualized experience, but in a legal lens, it means having rights and protections by the laws of the land. In other words, the U.S. Constitution entitles citizens to several constitutional rights. Also...
What information do I have to give during a traffic stop?
When you see flashing lights come on behind you, your anxiety level immediately explodes. It is a natural reaction to being pulled over, regardless of what you are doing or were doing. However, knowing your rights and obligations can help you navigate the situation...
Unlawful search and seizure and the exclusionary rule
When law enforcement conducts a search, seizes evidence or makes an arrest, a legal process must be followed. Moreover, certain factors or standards must be met to move forward with any of these processes. Thus, when an individual is placed under arrest based on...
Were field sobriety tests part of your DUI stop?
When most of our readers in Florida envision a DUI stop, they probably think of one thing: field sobriety tests. By now, most people know that law enforcement officers typically take certain steps to attempt to identify whether or not a driver might be intoxicated. Of...
Building a defense strategy for a domestic violence charge
No relationship is perfect. Issues can arise and arguments could ensue. And when the situation elevates to a certain level, the police might intervene to help diffuse the matter. In the heat of the moment, emotions tend to get the best of us. The stories shared by...
Florida’s insurance fraud laws have a long reach
Florida’s insurance fraud laws cab cover just about any important communication with an insurance company. They apply to claims as well as to applications for coverage. Importantly, they do not just apply to outright lies. Information that the authorities deem as...
Can you suppress evidence in your drug case?
A drug crime conviction can wreak havoc on your life. It can threaten you with jail or prison time, and the mark that it’ll leave on your record can impact everything from your ability to secure a job and housing to the time that you get to spend with your children....
Drug-induced homicide in Florida law
In recent years, Florida's number of fatal overdoses has greatly increased, driven by the availability of fentanyl and other powerful opioid drugs. One way Florida has tried to stop the problem is by increasing penalties for drug-related crimes. Some defendants can...