In Florida, not all criminal offenses will be punished with a jail or prison sentence. Although punishing crimes is one of its major objectives, the criminal justice system has an ultimate goal of rehabilitating offenders so that they can reenter society as law-abiding citizens. Some offenders may be ordered to go on probation, do community ...
Having a criminal record can negatively impact many aspects of your future. For example, you may find it difficult to rent an apartment or get certain jobs because of your criminal record. There is a process by which you may be able to have your criminal record destroyed so that it will not appear on ...
Real World Results On October 21, 2024, we were thrilled to receive news that Walt Disney World lifted the Trespass bans against two of our clients, allowing them to go back with their families to enjoy the magic of Disney! While we do not always win in every case, we do have a lot of ...
How Do I Get a Restraining Order? Unfortunately, there may be situations where it is necessary for a person to request a restraining order. Although it might seem like a no-brainer, it might be difficult to get a judge to approve such a request, even if the person has a legitimate cause for concern. Getting ...
When someone seeks an injunction, or restraining order, they are asking the court for protection from violence, harassment, or stalking. If you’ve successfully obtained an injunction, you know the judge’s signed order outlines your protections. But what happens if the person you’re protected from violates the injunction, or you see them in public? You’d likely ...
So, you and your partner fought. Maybe things got out of hand and a little heated, but it was just a fight, nothing more. You know that, but now you have been wrongfully accused of domestic violence and are unsure of what to do next. An accusation of domestic violence can be highly damaging and ...
The National Coalition Against Domestic Abuse states that 20 people per minute experience abuse by their intimate partner in the United States. This means annually, over 10 million adults are affected. Domestic violence is a prevalent issue, and knowing how to gather evidence properly can give those who need representation an easier time creating a ...
When a crime is committed, you generally think of two parties involved: the perpetrator and the victim. The perpetrator is the person or group of people that has committed the crime, and the victim is the individual affected by the perpetrator’s actions. However, there may be another party that is at fault for the crime. ...
