Drug trafficking penalties can be harsh, even for first-time offenses. The penalties for drug trafficking will depend on the type of drug and the number of drugs you were charged with. Drugs are classified into Schedule I through Schedule IV. The schedules are...
Being charged with sex crimes can ruin a person’s life in many ways, starting with reputation. A conviction can produce further consequences — one being labeled a sex offender for life on the National Sex Offender Registry. However, charges do not always have to end...
If you have been accused of domestic violence, can you be restricted from seeing your children? The answer to this question, unfortunately, is maybe. It will depend on the circumstances and a judge — and often how the circumstances are presented to a judge. Keep in...
Federal charges, such as credit card fraud, identity theft, and tax fraud are not something one should take lightly. These types of crimes are usually investigated at the federal level before charges are even filed. This means that the investigation was probably very...
Marijuana, although, one of the more docile street drugs, is still illegal in the state of Florida. While some states have already legalized the use of marijuana, Florida has stuck to their guns. Even the use of marijuana — or “cannabis” as it is described in the...
In domestic violence cases, people often call the law in the heat of the moment. Sometimes, it is even a third party that calls the law. Depending on the incident, if someone has been assaulted, the officers will usually ask the victim if they want to press charges....
When most people think of a jury, they think of a group of people reaching a verdict about someone’s innocence or guilt. While this is true for trial juries, it’s very important to note that this is not the function of a grand jury. Instead, a grand jury is aimed at...
Florida prosecutors are typically known for being aggressive when it comes to prosecuting those accused of drug-related crimes. Depending upon the circumstances of an individual situation, a person facing drug charges can incur serious penalties if convicted under...
When a police officer pulls you over, there must be probable cause to stop you. Police officers are not allowed to simply pull you over and start investigating without a good reason. In some cases, even when police claim to have probable cause, careful analysis of the...
Police departments throughout the United States are increasing their use of body cameras on police uniforms. The idea is not only to collect video evidence against defendants but also to protect against police misconduct and violation of people’s rights. The Orlando...
