Many states use a license point system that assigns a point value to traffic infractions, usually one to six. Each infraction adds points to the license, and too many points can get a license suspended. Florida is a state that uses a license point system that covers...
Being accused of domestic violence can be jarring. If you face such charges, it’s important to fight back and protect your rights. What is considered a violation of an injunction for protection? A person violates an injunction for protection against a domestic...
Being arrested for any crime in Florida is terrifying. It’s even scarier when you are interrogated by police when you know you’re innocent. It’s important to know what happens in these situations. Do you have to answer questions? Even if you are arrested on any type...
Florida reported over 134,000 arrests for illegal drugs in 2018, and 5,404 were juveniles. Controlled substances are against the law in all states because of their addictive nature. Citizens in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, may face stiff penalties for drug abuse and...
Pleading guilty to any Florida criminal charge is a serious decision that all defendants should fully evaluate first. There are consequences that go along with a guilty plea in the future because it can be the basis for certain restrictions as well as generate a...
Job seekers in Florida expect things to go smoothly after receiving an offer of employment. You should know what can happen if that offer is rescinded due to a DUI. Can a job offer be rescinded due to a DUI? Employers take it seriously when a job applicant has a DUI...
Some people use theft interchangeably with burglary and robbery, but it is a different crime. Theft in Florida commonly covers several offenses, including grand theft, shoplifting, and larceny. Overview of theft in Florida To be considered theft in Florida, the...
Cocaine is a stimulant commonly made into a powder from the coca plant. Since it is highly addictive, it is classified as a controlled substance. A resident of Florida can face harsh penalties for buying, possessing or selling cocaine. Florida cocaine law overview...
Drug crimes are common but serious in Florida. In mid-February, narcotics detectives raided a Lecanto home. The sheriff's office made six arrests in connection to a raid. Evidence shows the suspects were selling fentanyl and meth out of their home. The drug raid The...
In the state of Florida, a person may be charged with burglary after entering a structure for the purpose of committing any type of crime. If you are charged with burglary, it doesn't mean that you have actually violated state or federal law. There are several...
