A lot of defendants who are facing criminal charges end up convicted because of the incriminating statements they make to the police. You can’t let that happen to you, which is why it’s imperative that you avoid talking to the police until otherwise advised by your...
It can be incredibly stressful to know that the police suspect you of having committed a crime. Making matters worse is that fact that you may not know how to respond when the police are investigating you and your relationship to the crime in question. Yet, you have...
Self-checkout glitches range from smudged barcodes to double-bagged items that never pass the scanner. Distractions (text alerts, restless kids, crowded lanes, etc.) compound the problem. Retailers see growing losses and increasingly flag discrepancies for...
Under Florida law, certain offenses may be prosecuted as either misdemeanors or felonies depending on the circumstances. Factors such as the severity of the conduct, prior convictions and the identity of the victim can influence how a charge is classified. The type...
As a recent federal case out of the Southern District of Florida shows, when the stakes are high enough, what amounts to theft from retail stores can expose the accused to years in federal prison. In the recent federal case, federal prosecutors accused a noted singer...
Navigating the complexities of the criminal justice system can be daunting for Florida residents, especially for those currently on probation or parole. The stakes are incredibly high, as any misstep could result in serious consequences, including incarceration. As...
When you take your criminal case to trial, you have a choice between a jury trial or a bench trial. In a bench trial, the judge hears all the evidence and renders a determination as to your guilt. In a jury trial, a jury of your peers will decide your fate. If you...
As your criminal case unfolds, the prosecution is going to confidently present its evidence as if its failproof. But the reality is that the police make mistakes all the time that can blow a hole in the prosecution’s case. It’s up to you to find those errors and...
When you’ve been charged with a serious criminal offense, the future can look bleak, especially in light of the potential penalties that you could face. And as you navigate your case, you’ll have to decide whether you want to fight the charges in court or try to...
You have rights that must be protected when you come under investigation for criminal wrongdoing and are charged with a criminal offense. Although law enforcement and prosecutors are supposed to protect those rights, all too often they trample them. And if you don’t...
