More than ever before, we have become reliant on technology to connect us with others, especially when it comes to forming relationships. Since the popularization of online dating in the early ’90s, meeting potential partners on the internet has become a well-established means of matchmaking. Today, modern singles have a variety of dating apps at ...
An appeals court has recently overturned an injunction against stalking that was obtained by Senator Lauren Book. The injunction was due to alleged stalking and repeated harassment in-person and over the internet from an anti-sex registry activist named Derek Warren Logue. The 8 to 3 ruling by the 4th District Court of Appeal states that ...
In Florida, if you have a domestic violence injunction against you, whether your offense was a misdemeanor or felony, it is illegal to possess or operate a firearm. Even if your domestic violence injunction was for a non-violent offense, this law still applies. If you are caught in possession of a gun after a domestic ...
Florida is a “stand your ground” state, meaning self-defense may be a viable option to potentially avoid the legal repercussions of an act that, in another context, would be unlawful. For example, shooting someone is an unlawful act. However, if that person was a home intruder—under Florida’s stand-your-ground laws—shooting them may be a legitimate form ...
Often, domestic violence convictions are accompanied by a multitude of repercussions. If you are convicted, one of the many consequences you’ll face is a loss of your gun rights. Under federal law, it is illegal for anyone convicted of a domestic violence crime—whether a felony or misdemeanor—to possess a gun or any other type of ...
Last year, the gaming industry was saturated with allegations of abuse and assault, leading to an embrace of the #MeToo moment. In response to the statements of various women in the gaming industry, various industry leaders began conversations to understand how the gaming industry has cultivated an abusive atmosphere and strategies for addressing the problem. ...
The Internet offers a wide range of useful resources. However, any technology comes with the potential for abuse or trouble. It’s no secret that the Internet is home to a range of illegal and unsavory behaviors, including bullying, cyberstalking, and pornography. Increasingly, people are turning to dating sites and apps to find a romantic partner. ...
Cyberstalking occurs when a person uses technology—most commonly the Internet—to make another person feel concerned for their safety. Cyberstalking usually involves the repetitive use of threatening or fear-inducing language to invade a person’s privacy. People engage in cyberstalking behaviors over social media, dating apps, and other social websites. If you or a loved one has ...
The Constitution affords Americans the right to own and possess firearms. While gun rights are deeply embedded in American culture, if you are convicted of certain criminal charges, you may lose your right to bear arms. In Florida, if someone successfully files a domestic violence injunction against you, you may lose your firearm rights. In ...
