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It’s my first drug possession charge in South Florida. Will I go to jail? Drug Crime Lawyer Explains While no attorney can guarantee the result of any case – and you should be very wary of a criminal defense attorney that tries to promise you a certain result on your case –  it is unlikely […]

Can I text & drive in Florida? South Florida Attorney explains texting and driving laws No, you can't text and drive in Florida. It is illegal to text and drive in Florida. The law includes many forms of communication, making it is illegal to text, e-mail, instant message and to use social media while driving […]

Is not knowing someone’s age a defense to sexual abuse in Florida? What if you thought it was a consensual relationship?: Fort Lauderdale Criminal Defense Attorney Explains In short, Florida law doesn’t care whether or not you thought the person you were having sexual relations with was 18 years old or older. Florida law and […]

If I’m pulled over for texting and driving in Florida, can a cop search my phone?: NOPE, says Fort Lauderdale Criminal Defense Attorney No, a cop cannot search your phone if you’re pulled over or caught for texting and driving. The Florida texting and driving law statute includes built-in safeguards to protect those who are […]

What do I do if I’m stopped by security and accused of shoplifting In South Florida?: Attorney Advice If you’re stopped by security and accused of shoplifting in South Florida, start by taking a deep breath – we’ve got some tips for you. If Security stops you at a store in South Florida due to […]

I was arrested several times in Florida but was never convicted of a crime and didn't plead guilty, can I seal or expunge all the arrest records?: Fort Lauderdale Criminal Defense Attorney Explains   If you were arrested multiple times, you cannot get all of your Florida Criminal Records sealed or expunged. Unfortunately, with a […]

I Got a Call from a Police Officer Wanting to Talk about a Situation, What Do I Do?: Florida Criminal Defense Attorney Answers If the police are calling you and want to talk to you about a situation, you want to call a criminal defense lawyer right away. Even if police say they only want a […]

How much does Batterers' Intervention Program cost in Florida? The Batterers' Intervention Programs cost varies in Florida, but the program typically costs between $700 and $1,000. Florida's Batterers' Intervention Program is monitored by the Florida Department of Children and Families and the costs typically falls to the participating individual. Participants are charges an enrollment or […]

How do you prove the value of the items in a theft case in Florida? South Florida Criminal Defense Attorney Explains When someone is charged with a theft crime in Florida, part of the court process includes determining the value of the item(s) stolen. The value of the items stolen in a theft case matters […]

How do I choose the right criminal or DUI attorney in South Florida? Fort Lauderdale Criminal Attorney Explains There are two key factors to focus on: reputation and reviews. Experience in criminal and DUI law and the particular Practice Areas is also important.   COMMUNITY REPUTATION Hiring a lawyer with a well-known positive reputation with prosecutors […]