Federal crimes involve offenses that fall under the jurisdiction of the U.S. government. Typically, federal jurisdiction applies when the accused crosses state lines, or the alleged crime involves some national interest. In Fort Lauderdale, awareness of how these...
When you are facing criminal charges in Florida, the prosecution will likely attempt to negotiate a plea bargain with you. A plea bargain is an agreement between you and the prosecution. The plea agreement generally involves you pleading guilty to the crime in...
From a criminal justice perspective, the viewing of pornography is usually a personal decision. If all parties consent and are legally adults, Fort Lauderdale residents should not have to worry about being in criminal trouble over images and videos stored on their...
Tax obligations extend beyond just filing season, and errors can happen at any time of the year. While most taxpayers strive to comply with the law, some mistakes can unintentionally lead to tax fraud. Understanding the actions that might cross this line is crucial to...
People from across the United States take cruises every year on American-flagged cruise ships that depart from Florida ports. People might not think about it, but federal criminal law may apply on these boats, especially if they are away from the coast. This means...
If you were involved in a sting operation in Florida and are wondering whether you were entrapped, it is important to understand the legal distinction. Entrapment can be a valid criminal defense in certain cases, but not every sting operation qualifies as entrapment....
In Florida, when a person is accused of theft-related crimes, they need to understand that the charges and penalties for a conviction can be severe. They can also hinge on the circumstances of the alleged offense. Often, when property is stolen, a vehicle is used as...
When two Floridians get into a physical altercation, it is very possible that at least one of them will face battery charges. A battery can be considered a misdemeanor or felony depending on the severity of the circumstances. Under Fla. Stat. 784.041, a felony battery...
Before making a decision about what to do with your criminal case, you must analyze the facts in play and the strength of the prosecution’s case. After all, if you can identify weaknesses in the prosecution’s arguments, then you might be able to exploit them to your...
Most of our readers in Florida have probably heard the term “white collar crime” before. We throw around these terms on a daily basis, but we may not even stop to think what they mean. So, what makes a certain type of criminal charge a “white collar” crime? Financial,...
