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...
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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,...
The ins and outs of cybercrime
Most Florida residents utilize the internet daily to conduct personal or professional business. This is simply a digital world, and it became even more so in 2020, thanks to more people working and doing school from home. With more individuals online than ever before,...
Authorities looking for drivers involved in fatal hit-and-run
When involved in an accident while driving, everyone knows they are supposed to stop and seek assistance from law enforcement authorities and, if indicated, medical responders. What people know to do and what they actually do are sometimes two very different things,...
Who is considered a habitual offender according to Florida laws?
Like many other states, Florida has a three-strikes policy for criminal offenses. Anyone who commits specific crimes three or more times within a certain time frame is considered a habitual offender. If convicted, he or she could end up spending more time behind bars...
How a criminal offense affects your college career
College students have plenty of opportunities to learn, both inside and outside the classroom. Yet, learning may involve making mistakes, and those made by some students lead to criminal charges. If this has happened to you, you will likely worry about how your...
A BUI is just as serious as a DUI
Getting caught driving under the influence of alcohol is a serious criminal offense in the state of Florida, just like it is everywhere else. Many people may not realize that boating under the influence is as serious an offense as DUI. The consequences, if convicted,...
Criminal defense: Knowledge of amendments helps
If a person is relaxing at home one evening and is surprised by an unexpected knock at the door, he or she might feel nervous or afraid, especially if the person outside the door is a uniformed Florida police officer. Getting pulled over in a traffic stop is another...