If you find yourself seeking the services of a criminal defense lawyer in Florida, you might be overwhelmed by the sheer number of choices. Every criminal law firm has a website, and often, the messaging is quite similar. As you narrow down your choices, it can be helpful to know what you should be looking […]
West Palm Beach, Florida - Changes to Florida's criminal justice laws were announced in 2019, but some advocates are disappointed in the results. Families Against Mandatory Minimums (FAMM) is no exception. The group responded to the latest changes in Florida by calling the reforms, “a bad joke”. FAMM is a criminal justice policy and advocacy […]
Definition of Burglary The definition of burglary of a dwelling. Structure or conveyance is contained in Section 810.02, Florida Statutes. Under the law, a burglary can occur where: The defendant enters a dwelling, structure, or conveyance owned by or in possession of another person and, at the time of entering, the defendant had the intent […]
Being arrested is strenuous, and the last thing anyone wants is to sit in jail awaiting a trial. Florida has a cash bail system in place, which means you may be required to post bail or a bail bond before being released. Bail and bond are well-known terms, but there is confusion about their meanings […]
Suppose a person possesses property tied to illegal activity, such as property to commit crimes or vehicles to transport narcotics or stolen goods? In that case, they may face civil or criminal asset forfeiture. Unlike Federal law and the laws of other states, Florida does not have criminal forfeiture. Florida only has civil asset forfeiture. […]
Assault and battery are two separate crimes in Florida. You can be charged with either or both. An assault is when violence is threatened and puts the victim in fear. The battery is touching someone against their will or causing bodily harm. To be convicted of battery, you do not need to hurt someone. If […]
If you abuse or neglect an animal in Florida, you can be charged with a crime. Cruelty to animals is illegal in Florida. Neglect includes abandonment and locking up a pet without enough food, water, ample space to move, or ventilation. Types of Animal Cruelty and Their Penalties It is a crime to abuse animals […]
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