In Florida, there is a notable risk of youth starting to use drugs and winding up on a path that leads them to greater crime. Addictive drugs like opiates or meth have negative health effects and often lead to people committing crimes to raise money to afford them....
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Case adjudication trends are shifting for juveniles
Legislators and court officials have traditionally focused on being "tough on crime" throughout the state of Florida. And this has not been limited only to adults. Prosecutors rarely want to show any favoritism, so they tend to charge individuals as strongly as...
Advocates pushing to change law allowing arrest of 6-year-olds
No young child in Florida or anywhere else should be treated as an adult. However, some states allows children as young as 6 to be arrested for crimes. Advocates are pushing to change those laws. Children suffering unnecessary trauma In 2019, a 6-year-old in Florida...
What should a college student know about drug charges in Florida?
Drug charges in Florida may come with a host of serious repercussions, even for college students. It's not just jail time and fines that you may face but lost opportunities at school and work. Possibility of expulsion Some colleges expel students for drug use. If it...
Defending domestic violence accusations
Law enforcement officials and the courts take domestic violence claims seriously. An abusive partner or relative could harm a victim and. their children. Protection orders may reduce interactions, cutting down the chances of any confrontations. However, violent...
What are the most common defenses to drug charges?
Florida takes drug offenses seriously, which means you could face significant consequences and penalties if convicted. It’s important to understand the most common defenses to these charges. The drug isn’t a controlled substance If the drug you were found to be in...
Juvenile crimes and issues with sentencing
Juveniles may find themselves in trouble with the law for committing everything from minor misdemeanors to serious felonies. Nonviolent juvenile offenders might face harsh charges in Florida for property or drug crimes. Such penalties could have the reverse effect...
The causes and effects of bankruptcy fraud
Filing for bankruptcy in Florida is supposed to improve your finances. The bankruptcy law is designed to give forgiveness and second chances to individuals and business owners who are in unfortunate positions. Even so, some people decide to defraud the system and...
The DUI level II course
Drunk driving remains a serious problem in Florida, and punitive laws seek to discourage such behavior. Persons struggling with substance abuse issues might continue to drive while intoxicated, putting themselves and others at risk for harm. Anyone convicted of...
What do you do if someone has filed a restraining order against you?
If someone has filed a restraining order against you, you might be feeling confused about what to do next. Having a restraining order filed against you can not only be stressful, but it can also impact your day-to-day life. While you may not be able to get it dropped,...