Domestic violence charges can sometimes stem from a misunderstanding. Concerned people who overhear part of a dispute in public might report the matter to the police without the context to truly understand what occurred. Many people who face domestic violence charges...
"You have the right to remain silent" is a statement that’s part of the Miranda warning. The police use it when someone is in custody or subject to custodial interrogation. After reading the Miranda warning, an officer will typically ask, “Do you understand each of...
In some states, assault and battery are classified in a way that effectively render them the same criminal offense. State laws use the phrase “assault and battery” to describe all crimes that involve interpersonal aggression or threats. In Florida, the state pursues...
Many people assume a first DUI is an automatic misdemeanor, but that’s not always the case in Florida. You may be charged with a felony offense even without a criminal history. The charges you will face depend on the circumstances of your case. Here’s what you need to...
Seeing the flashing lights of a police vehicle behind you is a stressful situation, even if you know you didn’t do anything wrong. Even if one walks up to you, your heart may start pounding. It’s important to understand how your behavior may shift the tone of an...
The fact that you are not meant to drive after consuming too much alcohol is not news to anyone. There have been laws prohibiting it and campaigns about the dangers of mixing alcohol and driving for a very long time. So why do so many people still end up being...
Accepting a plea deal when facing criminal charges might seem like the quickest way to resolve your case, but it’s not always the best thing to do. It can reshape your future in ways you might not fully see at first glance. Before you sign the agreement, it’s...
Alcohol consumption at parties is relatively common. Most people assume that if they are of legal drinking age and make safe choices, they can drink as much as they want. People treat alcohol as a social lubricant and may drink freely, especially if they know they...
Some people accused of domestic violence can prove that they acted in self-defense. Other times, the circumstances may make it clear that the person accused may have escalated what seems like a standard domestic dispute into a violent altercation. In those...
When criminal activity occurs within the borders of a single state, state courts tend to have jurisdiction. This means that most crimes are tried at the state level. Whether it is a DUI charge, allegations of robbery or theft, or charges for violent crimes like...
