Florida is a mecca for the rest of the country because of the gorgeous miles of beaches on both sides of the peninsula. Those soft white sands and turquoise waters may beckon to you, but beware of racking up criminal charges while you’re here. It may seem like a funny...
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Do you have to unlock your phone for the police?
If a police officer asks you to unlock your phone, what should you do? Are you obligated to go ahead and do as they say, giving them access to all the information stored on your phone? Or you can point-blank refuse? If the police don’t have a warrant, then you can...
What is a constitutional criminal defense?
Constitutional criminal defense in Florida centers on safeguarding the rights of individuals accused of crimes, as guaranteed by both the U.S. Constitution and the Florida Constitution. These protections ensure fairness, due process and the preservation of individual...
When can a felony be reduced to a misdemeanor?
A felony conviction on your criminal record will change your life forever. Being a convicted felon deprives you of many opportunities. Your felony conviction may make it harder or impossible to obtain decent employment, enroll in school or obtain housing. You could...
Understanding the difference between assault and battery
The difference between assault and battery charges can surprise defendants in Florida criminal cases. These commonly confused offenses are separate under law. Each comes with its own set of elements and consequences. Understanding these differences is crucial when it...
Beware the risks of testifying in your own defense
After being charged with a criminal offense, you might feel compelled to tell your side of the story to anyone who will listen. Though you may be aware of the dangers associated with talking to the police, you might think that testifying under oath about the alleged...
Autistic man facing 15-year felony charges for alleged threat
A man in his thirties who receives full-time care from his mother has been arrested after allegedly threatening to kill the president. The man, who is from the area around Palm Beach, has autism. His condition is very limiting, and he struggles with reading, writing...
Using the Fourth Amendment to defend against criminal charges
Pursuant to the Fourth Amendment of the United States Constitution, Floridians are protected from unreasonable searches and seizures by law enforcement officers. Generally, an officer must obtain a search warrant before conducting their search. The warrant will...
8 signs that the prosecution’s case is weak and beatable
When you’ve been charged with a criminal offense, you have a lot to think about. Amongst the choices you’ll have to make is whether to enter into a plea deal or litigate your case in hopes of securing an acquittal. It’s a difficult decision to make, but there are...
How to exercise your right to remain silent
You probably know that you have a right to remain silent when you are arrested or detained by police. But exercising that right can be challenging. Staying silent when interacting with police officers is difficult and often goes against our natural instincts. You may...