More than 68,000 drug arrests occurred in Florida in 2020. This was the first time in over five years that less than 110,000 people were arrested for drug-related offenses in Florida. The drug arrest rate per 100,000 people was 316.8 in 2020, the first time below 517...
When someone in Florida makes a bad decision resulting in jail time, the day of their release leaves them with some decisions to make. They can take the necessary steps to turn their life around, or they can revert back to the lifestyle that led to incarceration....
Children are often hit the hardest when their parents go through a divorce in Florida or anywhere else. Although the split might be necessary, the parents must prioritize their children's well-being. Talk to them together If it’s possible, talk to your child together...
Divorced parents in Florida often choose to co-parent their children. The arrangement requires divorced parents to work together to raise their children. This eliminates having one parent act as the primary caregiver. Parents often find this challenging, but the goal...
Custody agreements can be thought of as the parenting manual for divorced parents. However, if it is vague, instead of easing the tension between parents, it can contribute to more conflict and confusion. Flolrida parents, however, can craft a detailed custody...
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...
When you choose adoption as the next step for your family, it can permanently change your household for the better. However, the first step in any adoption in Florida involves obtaining the proper consent. Biological mothers According to Florida law, adoptive parents...
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...
One of the more personal decisions many people make at the end of their marriage in Florida is whether to change their name legally. If you feel that a name change is right for you, one of the smoother options for making this happen is to file a name change request...
Even years after the divorce ends, most children are negatively affected by the event. Although some children grow up to be well-functioning adults, others struggle with their problems for decades. In Florida, most children with divorced parents experience common...