A central Florida mother was believed to be missing when she disappeared over the weekend. Her body was found when Orange County sheriff’s deputies were called to a storage unit in Apopka on reports of a suspicious smell emanating from one of the units. Once deputies...
A property crime in Florida could carry significant repercussions. The severity of the criminal consequences is often dependent on the value of the property in question. As such, those accused of theft, or any other property crime, should understand their situation as...
When you’re accused of a crime and your case heads to trial, you have the right to testify in your own defense. Although you might think that you can give the judge and jury a clear portrayal of your innocence when you testify, taking the stand in your own defense is...
If you are falsely accused of domestic violence, it can be devastating and have a serious impact on several aspects of your life. It can affect your employment and personal relationships with family and friends. Domestic violence In Florida, domestic violence applies...
You have probably heard the terms probable cause and reasonable suspicion in the context of a crime. You might assume they mean the same thing, or know that there are two different meanings, but be unsure of what they are. Probable cause and reasonable suspicion are...
An assault or battery charge in Florida is a serious crime that comes with major penalties, such as fines and potential prison time. You likely feel scared or overwhelmed at these possible penalties, which is why it is crucial to have a strong defense. Many people...
Knowing your rights during an encounter with the police in Florida is extremely important. If your rights are violated, this evidence can help you with your criminal defense if you are charged with a crime. One of the best ways to prove what happened is to have...
Florida’s so-called Stand Your Ground law is a self-defense statute that allows people to use or threaten to use deadly force in certain situations without having to retreat first. The law was enacted in 2005 and has been involved in many high-profile cases. When does...
If you are a parent of a teenager in Florida, you might be worried about the possibility of your child getting into trouble with the law during the summer months. You might have heard that juvenile crime rates increase when school is out, and kids have more free time...
If you have ever watched a show about law enforcement, fictional or reality based, you may often hear about Miranda rights. If you have ever been arrested, you may have also heard those famous phrases in some form or another. But, it is important to review them from...
