The Fourth Amendment protects people in the United States from unreasonable searches. Officers need legal justification to conduct searches of people or personal property. Police searches are subject to strict legal limits. Inappropriate searches can violate people's...
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What can you negotiate in a plea deal?
One of the most pressing issues that you might be dealing with if you’re facing criminal charges is determining the best option to get the case resolved. For some people, that means going through the court process, complete with a jury trial. For others, the ideal...
What should you know about Miranda rights?
Being interrogated by police officers when you’re in custody may seem like a situation that strips you of all your rights, but it’s not. Your constitutional rights still apply in those cases, so it’s critical that you know exactly what they are. Once you’re in...
Come for vacation. Don’t leave on probation
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...
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...