Florida is known for its harsh drug crime punishments. Depending on the conviction, you can be looking at multiple years in prison and thousands of dollars in fines. Drug crimes range in severity based on the amount of illegal substances on your person and the circumstances surrounding your arrest. No matter the crime, it is ...
Any drug whose manufacturing and use is regulated by the government is classified as a controlled substance. The Controlled Substances Act took these federally regulated substances and classified them into five different categories, also known as classes or schedules. All controlled substances are regulated due to their potential for abuse. Florida law heavily regulates the ...
The difference between a drug possession charge and a drug distribution charge can directly influence your future. The circumstances around which you are arrested have an impact on your charges and penalties, which will range in severity based on your assumed intent and the amount of illegal substances on your person. This can include personal ...
Incidents related to gun violence in the United States have been steadily rising for the last five years. Whether a firearm is used to cause violence against others or against oneself, there are often warning signs the potential shooter may exhibit. For example, the active shooter responsible for the Parkland High School massacre had, prior ...
Navigating a criminal trial can be stressful and intimidating. No matter the reason, being hesitant to talk to anyone during the process is understandable. However, when faced with tremendous uncertainty about your future and the legal repercussions of your criminal case, it is important to understand your rights and who you can trust to protect ...
Being a survivor of domestic violence can come with a mountain of extraneous difficulties. Physical and emotional abuse can take a real toll on your mental and physical health, as well as your finances. Survivors of domestic violence or sexual violence are also at higher risk for depression, which can, in turn, lead to trouble ...
This article is specifically geared to helping people with injunction in Kissimmee or Osceola County, Florida. Our lawyers go to Kissimmee frequently to fight injunctions and we know the judges and the processes here. Also in this article you will see photos of the inside of the courthouse so you can know what to expect. ...
We all think of spas or salons as a place to relax and feel good. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Sexual assault in spas and salons is something that may happen, and it’s important that you know how to hold a spa or salon accountable for their actions if they commit sexual assault ...
In the Constitution of the State of Florida is an article known as the Victims’ Bill of Rights. Section 16 of Article I provides a framework for how victims of crime should be treated by the criminal justice system. The rights enumerated in this section are not new, but they have been updated and expanded ...
