Ever heard the phrase, ‘Anything you say can and WILL be used against you in a court of law?’ There’s a reason why that phrase is part of what’s known as your Miranda Rights. You have the RIGHT to remain silent, and any good defense lawyer in Brevard County, FL would advise you to do…
Live in Brevard County, Florida? Have questions about the difference between theft, burglary, and robbery? Theft Florida Statute 812.014 – theft is committed when a person or persons knowingly uses, obtains, or attempts to obtain or use the property of another person with the intent to temporarily or permanently either: Deprive the rightful owner of…
Florida is one of several states that offers the possibility for those with a suspended license to obtain a hardship license. What is a Florida Hardship License? Granted to those with suspended licenses, a hardship license provides limited driving privileges based on necessity (such as the ability to drive to work or school). Florida Hardship…
Probation is often a component of a sentence, initiated after jail time, or given to offenders as an alternative to jail time. Probation enables a convicted offender to live out their life relatively normally, but does impose certain restrictions on the types of activities the offender can take part in. Below we cover a few…
Hiring a criminal defense lawyer is one of the most important decisions you may have to make in life. Your choice can mean the difference between exoneration and freedom, or a criminal record that haunts you a lifetime, and time behind bars. Questions You Should Ask Before Hiring a Defense Lawyer Include *Some of these…
Under Florida state law, if police officers suspect that you may be under the influence of a controlled substance and/or driving drunk, they have a right to both pull you over and request a breathalyzer test. However, in Florida, it is your right to refuse submission to a breathalyzer. Whether or not this is advisable…
A weapons charge is a serious offense and should never be taken lightly, even if you believe you were in the right. Here are the next steps to take if you’ve been charged with a weapons crime in Brevard County, Florida: 1. Keep Your Opinions to Yourself There will be a time and a place…
We’ve all seen the footage of police officers recorded by an innocent bystander or even by the alleged criminal themselves. You’ve also likely seen more than one law enforcement officer ask them to turn off the camera. In some cases, refusal to turn off the camera has escalated to a confrontation with officers, and potential…
The criminal justice system, for all of its good, has struggled in many areas. One of which is dealing with cannabis and marijuana. As Florida moves towards decriminalization of marijuana, it seeks to right the wrongs of unfair sentencing guidelines and bias that has caused significant harm in the past. Below are a few ways…
Both the state of Florida and Brevard County takes DUIs very seriously. If you’ve been arrested for a DUI in Florida, having insight about the process and what to expect can help you be prepared for a vigorous defense. Let’s Take a Look at Some Essential Facts to Know if You’ve Been Arrested for a…
CHARGES: DUI SECOND OFFENSE
DETAILS: The client was charged with a second DUI. The state offered jail, and my client opted to exercise her Constitutional right to a jury trial.
DATE: November 2013
OUTCOME: Jury returned a verdict of “Not Guilty” at trial.
CHARGES: AGGRAVATED BATTERY ON A PREGNANT PERSON
DETAILS: The client was arrested after his best friend’s fiancé accused him of striking her. He was charged with a third degree felony punishable by up to five years in prison.
DATE: October 2013
OUTCOME: Jury returned a verdict of “Not Guilty” at trial.
CHARGES: AGGRAVATED BATTERY ON A PREGNANT PERSON
DETAILS: The client was arrested after his best friend’s fiancé accused him of striking her. He was charged with a third degree felony punishable by up to five years in prison.
DATE: October 2013
OUTCOME: Jury returned a verdict of “Not Guilty” at trial.
