Any personal injury that wasn’t your fault is a serious case. Keep in mind that what’s expected from a common vehicle collision is multiplied when large, 18 wheelers collide on Florida roadways. Even some of the legal steps are taken differently. It’s not just the...
Government prosecutors have extensive experience with the criminal justice system. After all, many prosecutors try hundreds of cases per year. Unless you are a seasoned criminal defense attorney, you simply do not have the experience to go toe-to-toe with government...
Police make drug arrests in Florida on a routine basis. The sale and distribution of illegal drugs continue to tax law enforcement resources, but putting effort into stopping dangerous drugs like heroin and cocaine could keep the Sunshine State safer. Not all U.S....
Interlock devices, also known as car Breathalyzers, are often installed due to Florida state mandates for drivers who have DUI charges. One of the main things you should know about car Breathalyzers is that you shouldn't try to cheat the device. This can result in...
Motorists in Florida and around the country often make poor decisions in the moments after a car accident. One such error that can cast a particularly long shadow is fleeing the scene. Police departments scrutinize footage from surveillance and cellphone cameras when...
In Florida, marijuana use occurs in spite of the drug not being legal in the state. However, there are certain myths about marijuana use in relation to crimes pertaining to the drug. It's important to know these myths and how they've been debunked. What are the...
In Florida, medical marijuana is legal, but recreational use of the drug is not. The penalties for marijuana possession vary based on the quantity. Parents need to think about the legal and medical implications of their marijuana use as well as if their children are...
If you are a fan of police shows on television, you may already know officers typically must obtain a warrant before searching a suspect or anyone else. This comes from the Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution that protects Americans from unreasonable searches...
Courts in Florida and around the country have held that police officers may enter homes and other premises without a search warrant if they have exigent circumstances. This exception to the Fourth Amendment ensures that police can respond to calls for help, stop...
The recent change in the Florida hemp laws has created a problem for law enforcement officers in the state when it comes to investigating a potential DUI with respect to marijuana. Hemp products were made legal with state adoption of the federal Farm Bill of 2018,...