Almost all of the criminal cases in Florida and around the country are resolved by plea bargains rather than trials, which is something that is causing legal observers a great deal of concern. A task force established by the American Bar Association made up of defense...
Felonies
Grasping the distinction between tax avoidance and evasion
Few people are excited about the prospect of paying taxes. That is particularly true when circumstances in a given year are such that significant liability is incurred. However, it is important for Florida residents to realize that there is never an obligation to pay...
Firearm possession enhances your prison time for these crimes
Committing a crime in Florida can lead to serious consequences. These can include heavy fines, probation, community service, and prison time. Your legal troubles can be even more severe if you are caught with a firearm while committing certain types of crimes. This is...
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...
Missing court after bond release can lead to more charges
One of the most frustrating parts of being charged with a crime is being denied bond release while awaiting court proceedings. Florida court dockets are indeed full, and the actual court date following arraignment is usually a significant amount of time later. While...
Florida’s repeat offender law
If you have a criminal record, you may benefit from learning more about the repeat offender laws in Florida. The state has laws allowing sentencing enhancements for habitual felony offenders and habitual violent felony offenders. A statute increases the maximum...
Felony charges in Florida
Crimes in Florida and around the country are prosecuted as either misdemeanors or felonies. Misdemeanors are relatively minor crimes that carry a maximum custodial sentence of 12 months. Felonies are more serious offenses and are punishable by more than a year behind...
What is a Habitual Felony Offender in Florida?
The difference between misdemeanor and felony crimes is clear in most cases, but there are also special designations for those the State of Florida views as habitual offenders. In fact, the term “Habitual Felony Offender” is a specific designation in Florida law....
Is trespassing a felony?
Facing a trespassing charge could impact your life in more ways than one. Depending on the severity of your situation, you may lose the trust of others and your reputation may suffer. Fortunately, most trespassing convictions do not have as serious of legal...
When is a DUI a felony in Florida?
There are some crimes that are always charged as felonies, like murder. However, crimes like driving under the influence in Florida can become either felonies or misdemeanors depending on the circumstances. If the State of Florida is charging you with a DUI, you must...
