6 Crucial Steps in the Criminal Appeals Process
Going through a trial is scary enough. And if you were convicted? You probably feel like your life is over. But there’s a light at the end of the “tunnel of appeals”. If you feel like a legal error was made during your trial, then you may be eligible to file an appeal. The Criminal […]
Search and Seizure: Is Your Privacy Protected?
If face a criminal charge or if you have been arrested for a crime, whether you committed it or not, one of the best ways to deal with it is to take a step back, remember not to panic, and take the time to understand your rights as well as your responsibilities. Doing so can […]
What the Gun-on-Campus Controversy in Florida Means to You
After recent news that the proposal to allow guns on campus is most likely dead for the 2016 legislative session, any individuals who have been accused of or convicted of a drug crime in Florida should be aware of what this could mean for them if they were to bring a weapon onto a site […]
Behind Criminal Minds: The Truth About Drug Crimes and Addictions
When we hear about yet another drug crime on the news, we often shake our heads in disgust, wondering what happened to our country. (Kids today, right?) But while drug crimes are a huge problem, especially in Southern Florida, they can also mean something more serious: a mental sickness. Getting Behind Criminal Minds We […]
What You Need to Know About Carrying a Weapon in a Florida State Park
While owning and carrying a weapon is one of the oldest and first constitutional rights, it has also created a lot of controversy in recent years—especially with the frightening growth of mass shootings in the United States. Read more about some of the mass shootings in Florida here. Regardless of the controversies surrounding of the […]
Understanding Felonies in Florida
Crimes in the state of Florida are divided into misdemeanors and felonies. Felonies are the more serious of the two, with imprisonment or death as a possible punishment in many cases. Felonies are classified by the first, second or third degree. Since misdemeanor crimes are generally less serious, they are usually punishable by up to […]
5 Possible Ways to Get Arrested This Year
No one ever plans on being arrested, but we are only human, and we all make mistakes from time to time. If you have been arrested, you still have rights and legal options that are worth exploring with a West Palm Beach criminal defense lawyer. Prison or Probation? Working with a West Palm Beach criminal […]
What REALLY Happens During a Murder Trial?
Being accused of murder is serious, and it’s a matter that requires the insight of a knowledgeable West Palm Beach criminal defense attorney. In a criminal trial involving an allegation of murder, there are several different stages for the case. It is important to understand these stages if you have been accused so that you […]
Where to Find Help if You or a Loved One are Struggling with Drug Addiction
A drug or alcohol addiction can take shape for various reasons. There are often more reasons behind the onslaught of a drug or alcohol addiction than a chemical dependency. It could be a deep-seeded behavior associated with underlying emotional problems or even traces of abuse. It is possible that a suffering individual wants to self […]
Taking the Heat: What to Do If You Face Insurance Fraud
Anyone who has ever experienced one knows a fire can be very scary. Arson charges can burn…and in more ways than one. Arson falls under the “insurance fraud” umbrella, and can be a serious criminal offense that involves deliberately causing damage to a structure or other property by setting a fire or causing an explosion. […]
