Criminal Defense

Motorists in Florida may benefit from learning more about the state’s DUI suspension laws. In Florida, driving under the influence of alcohol, controlled substances or chemical substances are treated as one offense. Evidence of the unlawful act is taken through...

Credit card fraud in Florida extends to debit cards and any type of banking card used to process financial transactions. Most offenses are considered misdemeanors. However, repeated violations can escalate to felonies. Offenses under the Florida State Credit Card...

An arrest on grand theft charges in Florida is serious. There are varying degrees of the crime depending on the value of the property involved. What is grand theft? Grand theft is a crime that involves taking another person’s property to deprive them of it. A person...

Florida criminal law now classifies theft charges based on the age of the alleged victim. If you are accused of theft from an individual who is at or over the age of 65, you could be eligible for enhanced charges. Theft of $1,000 or more According to the statute,...

One of the most common cases that criminal defense lawyers typically work on in Florida is burglary. Although the charge may seem straightforward, there are a few key elements that need to be present in order for the prosecution to prove their case. Read on to learn...

Florida law enforcement sometimes relies on lie detector tests. EyeDetect, a new lie detector, was recently developed. How will it stack up against the traditional test and could it be used in criminal trials? What is EyeDetect? EyeDetect is a new type of lie detector...

There are a number of defenses to criminal assault charges in Florida, and one of the most famous is often associated with the "stand-your-ground" law. Here's what you need to know about this law and how it may affect you. What is the stand-your-ground law? This is a...

The typical misdemeanor case process in Florida consists of four to five steps. Unless your charges include a felony, you will go to the county court for your case. First appearance or notice Your case technically starts at your first appearance in front of the judge...

During criminal defense cases in Florida, the court will hand down a sentence to a defendant who is deemed guilty. However, there may be certain factors that impact sentencing. If you are facing criminal charges and a conviction, it's important to know about these...

In Florida, shoplifting is a common crime. While it might seem to be a minor offense, shoplifting can still result in harsh penalties. The penalties people might face for shoplifting convictions will depend on the value of the items that were stolen and their criminal...