Every day, numerous Florida residents are pulled over by police officers while driving. Most are talked to and sent on their way, but others end up being asked to step out of their vehicles and having their automobiles searched. It feels like a complete invasion of...
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The First Step Act does not help everyone
Sometimes, the way that Congress drafts a law and the plain language that it uses will have unintended effects for the people that the law aims to help. This is the case for people already in Florida prisons for possessing small amounts of crack cocaine who were...
Charged with DUI?
It happened. You were out driving around town when a police officer pulled you over. At the end of the traffic stop, you found yourself being arrested for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. In Florida, a DUI can be a serious offense, but the good news...
What exactly is a white collar crime?
In the 1930s, people began to use a new term to refer to certain types of illegal activities. White collar crimes include fraudulent actions that business owners or other professionals commit. If Florida police arrest you on suspicion of non-violent, financially...
Authorities looking for those responsible for fatal hit-and-run
Police in Stuart are looking for the individuals responsible for an auto-pedestrian collision that left a local man dead. A hit-and-run is a serious offense in Florida. When found, the responsible parties are likely to face criminal charges that carry significant...
Will man face charges for accidentally shooting his neighbor?
Police in Florida are currently investigating an incident involving a firearm that resulted in the death of a woman. The victim’s neighbor was reportedly cleaning his gun when he fired a shot that killed her. At this point, it is unclear if he will face charges for...
How to stop a police interrogation in its tracks
Every year, numerous Florida residents have had the unfortunate experience of being interrogated by the police. It can be a terrible experience, especially for those who do not know what to expect or what their rights are. Once things get going, many people believe...
Martin County man arrested, charged with resisting arrest
Police in Martin County recently responded to a home in Hobe Sound after receiving calls that the resident was threatening to hurt himself. When they arrived, it took several hours to talk the individual into complying with police demands. He was ultimately arrested...
How could a DUI affect the life of a college-aged person?
When you arrived on campus at a Florida college, you may have worked just as hard developing your social life as you did to prepare for classes. College life can be exciting and fun yet challenging as well. Rules and regulations vary for every college, even schools...
Yes, Florida has mandatory minimum laws
Every crime has a punishment associated with it should a person be convicted of committing that crime. In many cases, criminal court judges can use their discretion during the sentencing process and choose punishments that best fit the offenders. In others, however,...