Category Archives: Criminal Defense
Lock Up Issues For Transgender People
Discrimination, bullying, harassment: talk to any transgender individual and you will likely hear that they have endured these for as long as they can remember. While it is clearly a problem, it doesn’t begin to alarm one as much as the fact that they frequently suffer cruelty and mistreatment from the very authority figures… Read More »
Has Your Angry Ex Accused You Of Child Abuse?
You endured a dismal divorce, and thought you’d made it through pretty much unscathed—but that couldn’t be further from the truth. After a horrible custody battle that resulted in limited visitation for you was bad enough, but now your ex is accusing you of the worst thing imaginable: abusing your own kids. Your life… Read More »
Free Speech In America Today
Free speech is one of the most cherished rights in America. But what are the limitations on that speech? It is worth noting in These volatile times that ignoring the restrictions on free speech could lead to legal woes. For example… The highly publicized trials of Alex Jones, who spent about a decade spewing… Read More »
Most Frequent Reasons For Holiday Lockup
While many of us look forward to the holiday season because it means spending time with family, sharing holiday traditions, and enjoying the hustle and bustle of the season, that’s just not true for all families. Why? Sometimes, allegations of criminal activity interfere with the festivities. Common Reasons for Arrests The truth of the… Read More »
When Fleeing Police Means Death
When is it a good idea to try to flee from the police? Statistics tell us that roughly one out of every three fatal police shootings involve individuals who were trying to dodge an arrest. Surely, an arrest would be a better outcome than a shot in the back or similar fatal maneuver. When… Read More »
Veterans & Police Interactions
The hardships faced by Americans returning from battle are many. Veterans have sacrificed everything to protect America, yet, the hurdles they come home to as they try to rebuild their lives can be excruciating. One of those hurdles is a bit of a surprise to some: military veterans are arrested at higher rates than… Read More »
Euthanasia: Suicide Or Death With Dignity? Facing The Legal Consequences
In the United States, there are only a handful of states that permit someone with a terminal illness to end their own life with the help of a physician or family member. Florida is not one of them. In the event a loved one is suffering through their final weeks and months in a… Read More »
Charged With Perjury?
If you have been accused of perjury, you are facing significant penalties if convicted. That’s why now, more than ever, you need an experienced, aggressive criminal defense attorney who is willing to go to the mat for you. What is Perjury When testifying in a court of law, or in any of numerous official… Read More »
Double Jeopardy In Florida
When Robert Earl Hayes was found guilty of rape and murder three decades ago, a big part of the case relied on DNA evidence. But back in 1990, the technology around DNA was new, and it was within just a few years that defense attorneys successfully had the conviction overturned based on what they… Read More »
Criminal Defendants: Avoid These 5 Mistakes
Any defendant in a criminal matter has a number of rights that, when not taken seriously, can lead to a greater chance of a guilty verdict. It’s surprising how often defendants hobble their own case by not thinking things through. You can avoid a lot of consternation if you follow a few simple rules…. Read More »
