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Sept. 30, 2022

In the years since 2020, mental health has been under the microscope more than ever before. What happens when mental health and the judicial system collide? What most prosecutors don’t want to admit is that mental health is often a major contributor or underlying condition that can be a catalyst for criminal behavior.

July 15, 2022

If you have recently violated the terms of your probation, you must contact an attorney immediately. Depending on when the violation took place, a motion to revoke your probation may already be in the works.

May 4, 2022

Domestic violence charges can permanently change the path of your life. The consequences of these charges, whether they are related to domestic abuse or domestic battery, can be complicated.

March 16, 2022

Under Florida law, sexual solicitation of a minor—using an online service or electronic device to seduce, lure, or entice a minor to engage in unlawful sexual acts—is a felony offense that is often punished severely.

Jan. 31, 2022

The possibility of incarceration is designed to be a deterrent for those tempted to commit a crime. It frequently is not a great enough threat to deter crime; however, the prospect of it may be frightening once you are charged with a crime where jail time is a possible penalty.

Dec. 27, 2021

If you have been charged with a sex crime, you know the stakes. Not only do courts punish them harshly, but punishment also continues long after your release in the form of sex offender registration and social stigma. Many

Nov. 28, 2021

There are many things parents are responsible for when it comes to their minor children. They are responsible for delivering financial support, ensuring their education, providing food and shelter, and protecting them from danger.

Oct. 19, 2021

In Florida, there has been a recent and overwhelming rise in prescription drug addiction. Among these medications, the painkiller oxycodone has had a significant rise in its use, and there has been a vigilant effort by law enforcement to make more oxycodone-related arrests. With this increase in prescription drug usage, there has been a rise in addiction and in people abusing their personal prescriptions, leading to a spike in drug trafficking.

Sept. 28, 2021

If you’re facing criminal charges, the quality of the attorney representing you can make or break your shot at a fair trial and a reduced sentence. Florida has the third-largest prisoner population in the entire country, and an inexperienced lawyer may increase your chances of ending up in one of these prisons.

July 21, 2021

According to a report from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, there were 33,873 total DUI arrests in Florida in 2019. Driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol is a serious offense that is often punished severely.