WHY DO YOU PRACTICE CRIMINAL DEFENSE? (video)

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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 […]

Does The Officer Have A Right To Search My Vehicle?

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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 […]

Do The Police Need To Read The Miranda Rights Any Time I’m Arrested? (Video)

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Jacqueline Crowley, a partner in the law practice of Farkas & Crowley of West Palm Beach, Florida, explains the purpose of the Miranda Rights Warning, which is more about questioning and interrogation than related to an arrest. Both attorneys, Adam Farkas and Jacqueline Crowley have experience and strong legal backgrounds. Together they serve their clients, […]

The Thumbprint Case (Video)

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Adam Farkas, a partner in the law practice of Farkas & Crowley of West Palm Beach, Florida, discusses a criminal defense case in which the defendant’s only relationship to a case was his thumbprint on a piece of duct tape used in the crime that didn’t positively prove his involvement. Both attorneys, Adam Farkas and […]

The Role of a Defense Attorney in Restorative Justice in Florida

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One of the byproducts of the criminal justice system is the repeat defendant who continues to commit crimes after they are released from prison. With a program called Restorative Justice, recidivism and other issues can be mitigated by working with the defendant and the victim (or their family). The program offers some relief to the […]

From Arrest to Acquittal: Your West Palm Beach Defense Attorney 

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Facing criminal charges can bring overwhelming stress into your life. Convictions can lead to hefty fines, probation, revoked driving privileges, and potentially even imprisonment. The importance of your right to due process cannot be overstated, and at Farkas & Crowley, we review every criminal proceeding with a fine-toothed comb. If you’ve been charged with a […]

Defending Clients in the Sunshine State

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Since 2010, Florida has experienced a population increase of over 3.4 million. In 2022 alone, the inbound migration came primarily from New York, California, and New Jersey. Every day, roughly 1200 people are moving into Florida from elsewhere. Many people find themselves unexpectedly arrested or otherwise involved in a criminal case. They may not even […]

Where Are West Palm Beach Criminal Cases Tried?

If you have an upcoming court date, you’ll need to know where your West Palm Beach case will be tried. There are two sets of courts, and which court you’ll visit depends on the type of criminal case. Circuit Criminal This court handles felony cases filed in Palm Beach County such as: Circuit Criminal Court […]

West Palm Beach White Collar Crime Attorney

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While the beachside community of West Palm Beach may not seem like an ideal setting for criminal activity, it’s important to remember that white-collar crimes can occur anywhere. If you are accused of white collar crime, you will want a West Palm Beach attorney who can defend you against allegations of white collar crimes. White-collar […]

West Palm Beach Criminal Defense Lawyers Offer Advice

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All lawyers, even competent ones, have not been created equally, and it’s important to have an understanding of exactly the type of lawyer you need. Local West Palm Beach criminal defense lawyers Adam Farkas and Jacqueline Crowley share their advice. West Palm Beach law firm, Farkas & Crowley are headed up by Adam Farkas and […]