Category Archives: Criminal Defense
Supreme Court of Florida Clarifies ‘Duty to Retreat’ Obligation
In 2014, a Florida man had his murder convicted overturned by the First District Court of Appeal, due to allegedly conflicting jury instructions relating to the defendant’s right to self defense. Recently, the Supreme Court of Florida issued a clarifying opinion in that case. The Supreme Court, in State of Florida vs. Robert Franklin… Read More »
Florida Teen Driver Charged After Leaving the Scene of a Deadly Accident
According to reporting from the Tampa Bay Times, a 16-year-old from Lakewood Ranch, Florida was arrested in relation to a deadly car accident. The Florida Highway Patrol reports that the accident occurred on Interstate 75 on March 29th, 2016. The driver of an eighteen wheeler collided with the rear of the teen’s vehicle and… Read More »
Florida DUI: Refusal To Submit Laws And Defense
After pulling you over for a suspected DUI, a Florida police officer may ask you to submit to a breathalyzer test, a blood test or a urine test. If you decline to submit to the test, you will likely be charged with a DUI refusal. This charge can come with very serious penalties. If… Read More »
Defending A Florida Concealed Weapons Charge
All firearms or weapons charges are very serious in Florida. This is especially true if you have been charged with a concealed weapons or concealed firearms crime. If you or a loved one is facing concealed weapons charges in Florida, please contact an experienced Tampa weapons charges attorney immediately. Florida Law Florida has one… Read More »
Were You Charged With Drug Possession In Florida? Things You Need To Know
Being charged with drug possession is stressful and frightening. You need to be aware of how the prosecution is going to attempt to prove the charge, the potential penalties you face, and what you can do to protect yourself. An experienced Tampa drug possession defense attorney can answer all of your questions and will… Read More »
DUI Manslaughter in Florida
DUI charges are taken very seriously under Florida law. Depending on the details of your particular incident, a conviction can result in incarceration, high fines, and the loss of your driving privileges. You may even receive a manslaughter charge, if the accident results in death. When faced with DUI allegations, it is important to… Read More »
Major Methamphetamine Bust in Florida
News outlets are buzzing about a recent drug bust that resulted in the arrest of more than 100 Florida residents. As reported by My News 13, two separate law enforcement operations led to the discovery of an alleged illegal drug operation and the subsequent arrest of 117 individuals. These defendants are facing a variety… Read More »
Defending a DUI Manslaughter Charge
DUI charges are taken very seriously under Florida law. Depending on the details of your particular incident, a conviction can result in incarceration, high fines and the loss of your driving privileges. When faced with a DUI charge, it is important to secure the services of an experienced attorney to protect your well-being and… Read More »
Defending a Pickpocket Charge
As reported by wptv.com, Florida law enforcement agencies are warning residents about the risk of pickpockets when visiting shopping centers and other crowded areas. Though Christmas is over, the malls are still crowded with after-holiday sale seekers. Additionally, upcoming New Year celebrations will bring thousands of people together in single locations to ring in… Read More »
Social Media Pics Result in Felony Charges for Florida Woman
Various news sources are reporting about a Florida woman who found herself facing serious allegations after posting beach photographs on social media. As reported by Reuters, the 20-year-old woman allegedly posted pictures depicting her riding on the back of a sea turtle. The photographs went viral and also caught the attention of Florida officials…. Read More »
