Charges of driving under the influence are serious with the potential for far-reaching consequences. If you find yourself facing a DUI charge, it helps to understand the key factors to consider when contesting it. Your BAC level is one of the most important aspects of...
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Key considerations when defending against drug trafficking charges
Despite the common misconception that Florida is not hard on drugs, it has strict trafficking laws. The State of Florida defines trafficking as possessing or transporting an illegal drug with intent to sell. To prove trafficking, you need to possess a significant...
How might drug charges affect a youth’s record and for how long?
Past charges on one's criminal record can hang over a person's head and interfere with enjoying an ordinary life. Thousands of minors in Florida have had drug arrests in recent years and wish to move on from the incident. These children and their parents should...
Can a boating DUI impact your right to drive?
Little compares with the thrill of boating on a sunny day. The exhilaration makes consuming an adult beverage or two while cruising around tempting. There is nothing wrong with enjoying a couple of brews on the water. Despite this truth, imbibing invites trouble....
Penalties for violating probation in Florida
The terms and conditions of probation can vary based on the nature of the offense. They typically require regular check-ins with a probation officer, refraining from drug or alcohol use and staying away from specific individuals or locations. Violating the terms of...
How do aggravating circumstances affect robbery charges?
If you are facing robbery charges in Florida, there are several factors that may influence your potential sentence in the event of a conviction. While judges consider mitigating factors to reduce the severity of punishment, they also consider any aggravating...
Can Florida police search school lockers without a warrant?
The Fourth Amendment prohibits the police from conducting "unreasonable searches and seizures." Law enforcement cannot search your property without first getting a search warrant from a judge. However, there are several exceptions to the search warrant requirement....