On behalf of Andrew M. Coffey, P.A. | Sep 28, 2020 | Juvenile Crimes
Teen shoplifting is a bigger issue than it might seem. While in the past teenage retail theft was considered a minor transgression, these days it can have serious consequences. Depending on the value of the object stolen, your child may face time in a juvenile...
On behalf of Andrew M. Coffey, P.A. | Sep 10, 2020 | Juvenile Crimes
Florida college students like you use this time to experiment with life. You have plenty of career options open to you. You have all the freedom you need to explore your possibilities, and you are likely encouraged to take every chance you get. But you should keep in...
On behalf of Andrew M. Coffey, P.A. | Aug 14, 2020 | Juvenile Crimes
Clearing a criminal record is always a beneficial action since it can help you to overcome a mistake in your past. However, the law does not make it easy to do so and the requirements can be rather strict. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement explains that for a...
On behalf of Andrew M. Coffey, P.A. | Apr 10, 2020 | Juvenile Crimes
Juvenile DUI Crimes In Florida, the law treats DUI related crimes seriously. Many convicted individuals find themselves facing hefty penalties. This includes time in jail and steep fines. But what about minors who end up arrested for DUI crimes? Today we will look at...
On behalf of Andrew M. Coffey, P.A. | Feb 6, 2020 | Juvenile Crimes
Regular school attendance is important for your child. If he or she misses too may days, then he or she will miss out on important instruction. However, it is not common for truancy to become a criminal matter. Schools take many other actions before going to the...
On behalf of Andrew M. Coffey, P.A. | Nov 27, 2019 | Juvenile Crimes
Your age plays a significant role in what happens after your arrest. If you are in your late teens, you may face charges in juvenile or adult court, depending on the charges. These two court systems are very different, and understanding them can help you as you...
On behalf of Andrew M. Coffey, P.A. | Nov 26, 2019 | Juvenile Crimes
Juvenile delinquency can have life-altering side effects for young people who become involved in crime in Florida. If intervention is not implemented at the first sign of concern and effort is not made to correct a delinquent’s behavior by introducing...
On behalf of Andrew M. Coffey, P.A. | Oct 23, 2019 | Juvenile Crimes
Adults in Florida are not the only ones who are committing crimes. In fact, delinquencies performed by those between the ages of 10 and 18 are quite common. There are numerous ways that juveniles get into trouble, and there are ways to help intervene and prevent them...
On behalf of Andrew M. Coffey, P.A. | Sep 28, 2019 | Juvenile Crimes
In Florida, for serious crimes, juveniles may end up in the adult justice system. The state is one of the leaders when it comes to sending juveniles to adult prisons. While this often occurs due to serious crimes such as murder, repeated burglaries or gang...
On behalf of Andrew M. Coffey, P.A. | Jul 30, 2019 | Juvenile Crimes
Florida law defines theft as the unauthorized taking of someone else’s property. Per Florida law, theft can take many forms, including larceny, misappropriation, conversion, stealing and other property crimes. The law further breaks down theft crimes into two...
