In Florida, field sobriety tests are commonly used by law enforcement to determine if a driver is impaired. However, the results of these tests can be challenged in court and may only sometimes be accurate. If you face charges of DUI from on the results of a field...
Criminal Defense
Drug possession defenses
Persons arrested in Florida on drug possession could face felony or misdemeanor charges based on several factors. A significant amount of drugs may lead to a possession with intent to distribute charge and a possibly lengthy sentence. Those arrested with a more...
What are common examples of health care fraud?
Health care fraud continues to rank as one of the crimes most commonly prosecuted in Florida, where authorities seek to recover billions of dollars lost due to scams. One of the reasons that this type of fraud is so prevalent can be found in the many types that exist....
What can you expect from a criminal trial?
Facing Florida criminal charges is a stressful situation to go through. You should educate yourself about the process of a criminal trial to calm your nerves by knowing how it unfolds. Appearing before the judge Criminal procedure in Florida requires that people see a...
How to prepare for your preliminary hearing
For Florida residents getting ready for their preliminary hearing, it's not always clear what you're preparing for. The legal process is often drawn out and complicated, and it takes professional insight to know what lies ahead. Preliminary hearings are part of the...
Exceptions to the Miranda rule
Florida residents who watch television shows like “NCIS” and “Blue Bloods” will likely be familiar with the wording of the Miranda warning, but they may not know that police officers are not always required to inform suspects about their constitutional rights. The...
When can you qualify for community service?
Many Florida residents perceive community service as getting away lightly when convicted on a criminal charge, but this can easily be flawed thinking. Community service in lieu of jail time or a significant fine is a serious issue with the court, and all attorneys...
Three Polk County deputies arrested for evidence tampering
Police officers often have access to significant amounts of cash and valuable personal property when they investigate a suspected crime. Suspects leave such items behind if they are arrested. While the vast majority of officers resist the temptation to take possession...
How does discovery help the accused?
Florida residents facing criminal charges should not take them lightly. If convicted, the trajectory of the individual’s life can change. It can affect their educational and employment prospects, child custody awards and personal life. One way to get ahead of the...
Four arrested in Citrus County after infant dies from meth toxicity
When a Citrus County resident is facing serious criminal charges, they can feel scared and alone. Criminal charges such as drug possession and manslaughter are all aggressively prosecuted. Those who are facing these charges need to understand the consequences of a...