Our readers in Broward County may have seen headlines about the owners of a pain management clinic in Pompano Beach who were recently arrested and charged with a number of crimes. The husband and wife live in Coral Springs, and they are now facing allegations of racketeering, prescription drug trafficking and money laundering.
Coral Springs couple charged with prescription drug trafficking
Our readers in Broward County may have seen headlines about the owners of a pain management clinic in Pompano Beach who were recently arrested and charged with a number of crimes. The husband and wife live in Coral Springs, and they are now facing allegations of racketeering, prescription drug trafficking and money laundering.
Final teen defendant in Deerfield burning goes to trial
When a Florida resident is accused of committing a violent crime, the case is likely to go to trial. One recent series of linked cases in Broward County has gotten a lot of media attention, and we previously discussed the accusations in question as they relate to juvenile law.
Final teen defendant in Deerfield burning goes to trial
When a Florida resident is accused of committing a violent crime, the case is likely to go to trial. One recent series of linked cases in Broward County has gotten a lot of media attention, and we previously discussed the accusations in question as they relate to juvenile law.
Royal Palm Beach man facing battery, child abuse charges
There is an ongoing struggle between the rights of parents to decide how to raise their children and the responsibility of the state to intervene for children's protection and well-being. Although instances of domestic violence should be treated very seriously, it is important to remember that not everyone who is accused of such a crime is guilty. After all, it is not uncommon for children to disagree with their parents or dramatize their punishment. In these situations, criminal charges should not result in a conviction.
Royal Palm Beach man facing battery, child abuse charges
There is an ongoing struggle between the rights of parents to decide how to raise their children and the responsibility of the state to intervene for children's protection and well-being. Although instances of domestic violence should be treated very seriously, it is important to remember that not everyone who is accused of such a crime is guilty. After all, it is not uncommon for children to disagree with their parents or dramatize their punishment. In these situations, criminal charges should not result in a conviction.
Florida Supreme Court to decide on juvenile sentencing
Right or wrong, juvenile charges in Florida can carry serious long-term consequences and penalties. When a minor is charged with a crime, there is a hearing held within 24 hours of the arrest to determine whether he or she will be tried as a juvenile or adult. In reaching its decision, the court considers the age of the defendant and the severity of the alleged crime. The juvenile justice system differs from the criminal justice system in that it is designed to rehabilitate young offenders and give them a fresh start.
Florida Supreme Court to decide on juvenile sentencing
Right or wrong, juvenile charges in Florida can carry serious long-term consequences and penalties. When a minor is charged with a crime, there is a hearing held within 24 hours of the arrest to determine whether he or she will be tried as a juvenile or adult. In reaching its decision, the court considers the age of the defendant and the severity of the alleged crime. The juvenile justice system differs from the criminal justice system in that it is designed to rehabilitate young offenders and give them a fresh start.
