juvenile crimes

Juvenile Crimes have Serious Consequences

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Children and minors frequently make mistakes, often exhibiting impulsivity and errors in judgment. When minors violate the law, the Florida juvenile justice system focuses on rehabilitation rather than punishment. It is sometimes less formal than the adult criminal system. Penalties for juvenile crimes are usually less severe than adult crime penalties,... Read More
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Wrongful Conviction in Florida

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Prevention of Wrongful Convictions    Criminal defense attorneys play a vital role in preserving the integrity of our criminal justice system. But due to many factors, wrongful convictions incarcerate many innocent people in jails and prisons across the country. Those affected often have their lives destroyed as they lose careers... Read More
Marijuana possession

Will Florida Decriminalize Marijuana Possession?

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   On December 8, 2020, Senator Randolph Bracy announced a bill to decriminalize marijuana possession and distribution, to be introduced to Florida lawmakers during the 2021 legislative session. If passed, this bill will exclude the possession and distribution of fewer than 20 grams of marijuana as a crime in Florida.... Read More
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Proposed Legislation for Violent or Disorderly Assembly

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Note: This article mentions proposed legislation, and is subject to change.   The death of George Floyd in May of this year in the state of Minnesota rocked the nation. It sparked violent protests, calling for equality and police reform. Cities around the country have tried variable approaches to deal with... Read More
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Criminal Defense for Threats of Bodily Harm Using Electronic Technology

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   Digital messages such as social media posts, texts, and e-mails have taken center stage as the way our society communicates. However, what starts as a comment or post, especially during tumultuous political times, can quickly become a debate or a heated argument. Digital messages are prone to misinterpretation, as... Read More
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Electronic Devices and Fourth Amendment Rights

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    The Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution was designed to safeguard American citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures. It ensures the right to privacy and security from government intrusion. However, there is a controversy regarding technological tools in this digital age and our citizens' rights in criminal and civil... Read More
Student Hazing Crimes

Criminal Defense for Misdemeanor and Felony Hazing Crimes

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As the new school year approaches, there are concerns about acts of violence on high school and college campuses in the form of hazing. The act of hazing is perpetuated as a cultural norm, despite anti-hazing laws. In Florida, hazing is a public health issue and a criminal offense with... Read More
Firearms Convictions

The Consequences of Firearm Convictions

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Firearm and ammunition sales soared in March of 2020 due to COVID-19 and fears of an economic downfall that could escalate crime. Following the death of George Floyd on May 25, 2020, and the subsequent social unrest regarding alleged police brutality, the sale of firearms and ammunition spiked. People exercising... Read More
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Criminal Defense and your Legal Right to Protest in Florida

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   Throughout the nation, there has been a massive wave of protests against race-based police brutality, sparked by the death of Minneapolis resident, George Floyd. This fatal event occurred on May 25, 2020, while he was in police custody. Due to the enormity of the protests and the outrage of... Read More

Child Abuse Allegations and COVID- 19

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   The risk of violence in the home has escalated since the stay-at-home order was issued in Florida by Governor Ron DeSantis on April 1, 2020.  Families are essentially confined to their homes, with their usual non-essential activities dramatically curtailed. This action has reportedly caused a wave of domestic violence... Read More