Miami Criminal Defense Attorney Blog
Protect Yourself: Your Rights In the Arrest Process
Have you ever wondered what, exactly, are those elusive rights all cop shows talk about? From the moment a police officer makes an arrest to the time that person is released, every civilian has...
What Are Pill Mill Charges and How Can You Defend Against Them?
The human and economic costs of the opioid epidemic rising every day. 42,000 deaths in the United States are caused by opioids each year. It only makes sense that state officials are trying to...
High Times: Here's What You Need to Know About Marijuana Possession in Florida
Have you or someone you know just moved to Florida and are wondering what the marijuana possession laws are? There are many myths that can get you in trouble such as the rumor that it's legal to...
What Is a Domestic Violence Injunction and How Does It Apply?
Have you recently been served with a domestic violence injunction? Or, have you recently applied for one against someone else? If so, you're in good company. 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men will...
What Is Mail Fraud? Definition, Examples, and Penalties
Mail fraud may not be the most common criminal activity featured in our everyday media and news reports, but it definitely occurs. And, it may not be as uncommon of occurrence as you might think....
What Are the Penalties for Domestic Violence Charges?
Nearly 10 million people are victims of domestic violence annually, and there are 20,000 phone calls reported to hotlines daily. For those who commit acts of domestic violence, the punishments are...
What Are the Penalties for a Grand Theft Auto Charge?
What is both a fun past time and a good way to get thrown in jail for a long time? Grand Theft Auto. The video game we know and love is fun - but doing the crime in real life isn't. Grand theft...
What Happens When You Get a DUI? Here Are 6 Facts to Remember
According to the Florida Department of Motor Vehicles, 2017 saw some 43,899 DUI violation tickets issued, and 24,334 convictions for driving under the influence. Everyone knows the dangers of...
7 Things You Need to Know About Florida Gun Law and Weapons Charges
If you're a gun owner, Florida is a good place to live. That's not a remark on our personal weapons opinion, but on the leniency of Florida gun laws. If you're not a gun owner but want to be,...
What to Expect After a Getting Charge for Driving While License Suspended
The state with the only major city whom a woman founded. A state with such diverse landscapes and cultures that make you feel like you don't want to ever leave. And let's not forget the fact that it...
The Penalties for Mortgage and Real Estate Fraud in Florida
With the rise of the real estate market, cases of real estate fraud have grown in recent years. The payoff in these scams can be high, but the penalties for the crimes are equally steep. Here, we...
What to Do if Your Child Gets Arrested
When a kid gets arrested parents can feel shocked that their child is trouble with the law, but the truth is that juvenile arrests aren't that uncommon. It's estimated that 1,900,000 children get...