Facing a Weapons Charge? Key Defense Options
The Sunshine State has criteria and laws in place for law-abiding citizens to use and carry firearms for self-defense legally. Individuals convicted of felonies or who have mental conditions are prohibited from possessing weapons. Both state and federal-level prosecutors aggressively prosecute weapons-related offenses. If you are arrested for a crime with a firearm, you could […]
Caught in a Probation Violation Trap? How a Defense Attorney Can Help You Avoid Jail Time
Many defendants are given probation, either instead of or following jail time. Probation is a court-supervised alternative to prison time. A probation violation can jeopardize your chance to demonstrate compliance and commitment to the law. Probation is designed to allow someone to live in the community but under the state’s supervision. It may seem insignificant, […]
TELL US ABOUT ONE OF YOUR UNIQUE CASES (video)
Adam Farkas, a partner in the law practice of Farkas & Crowley of West Palm Beach, Florida, discusses one of the firm’s more unique and interesting cases involving an out-of-town client from Texas. After a little too much to drink at a night-before party, the client is not only arrested but shot several times by […]
The Importance Of A Strong Legal Team In Criminal Appeals
Appeals from trial courts serve two fundamental purposes in the legal system. With a multi-judge panel of experienced jurists, appeals provide an opportunity to correct harmful errors through review. This process ensures that decisions made at the trial level are scrutinized for accuracy and fairness. Secondly, appeals promote clarity and consistency in the law by […]
What to Do Immediately After a DUI Arrest
If you’re arrested for DUI, what you do next can make or break your case. A DUI arrest has multiple moving parts and consequences are severe. If you know what to do, you’ll be better prepared to protect yourself if it happens. The DUI Arrest In Florida A DUI arrest is not the same as […]
Why Does Farkas & Crowley Focus On Serious Crimes? (video)
Adam Farkas, a partner in the law practice of Farkas & Crowley of West Palm Beach, Florida, discusses the why and how of the firm’s focus on serious crimes. Through a contract with the Office of Regional Conflict Counsel during their first year as a firm, they began working with clients who were already charged […]
How to Handle Criminal Appeals
The jury has found you guilty of the charges, and the judge agreed. Now you are facing fines and jail time. Do you have any other options? After your court case, you and your criminal defense team can assess what went wrong so that you can file an appeal to the decision. This is a […]
WHY DO YOU PRACTICE CRIMINAL DEFENSE? (video)
Adam Farkas, a partner in the law practice of Farkas & Crowley of West Palm Beach, Florida, discusses the reasons they focus on criminal defense for their law practice and their clients. He discusses the “business model” of the criminal justice system and the Catch-22 that defendants find themselves facing after they’re arrested makes them […]
Can I Cut Off an Interview With an Officer?
Scenario #1: a police officer speaks with you in public, seemingly randomly. Are you required to continue the conversation? Scenario #2: you’ve been asked to “come in to answer a few questions.” You may decide to voluntarily speak with the police since you’re not involved in the investigation. Or are you? Scenario #3: you’ve been […]
Does The Officer Have A Right To Search My Vehicle?
Jacqueline D. Crowley, a partner in the law practice of Farkas & Crowley of West Palm Beach, Florida, discusses the question of whether a police officer has the right to search your vehicle during a stop, and the circumstances where you consent or they will force a search if they suspect another crime at the […]
