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A unique Florida theft case
A misappropriated bicycle, stolen valuables from a safe: These are relatively concrete events. All theft cases require caution and attention to detail for those accused, but some are relatively straightforward. Others are more complex. For example, allegations of...
How an underage DUI may impact your future
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...
Plea agreements: What you should know
When facing criminal charges, you may feel overwhelmed at the prospect of facing serious penalties, such as hefty fines and possible jail time. There are several ways that you can approach the situation, depending on the circumstances surrounding the case. You may...
New Resources Promote Board Certification
At The Florida Bar, we are proud to foster and uphold a high standard of integrity and competence within Florida’s legal profession. That effort is led by our board-certified lawyers, who have dedicated themselves to a heightened level of excellence through character,...
Florida passes bill to reform drug crime sentencing
Florida's state corrections department has increased its spending upwards of 60% in the last ten years. As a result, taxpayers are wondering why prison costs are rising while crime rates are plummeting. To cut spending, a new bill proposes measures that will reduce...
Important points to understand in a domestic violence restraining order
A restraining order is a court order intended to help protect a victim from an abuser. To get a restraining order, a person must petition the court and provide evidence that he or she is in danger due to the other person’s actions. The court will give both sides a...
What is the punishment for vandalism in Florida?
In the grand scheme of things, vandalism — or “criminal mischief” — may seem like an innocent crime when compared to other, more harmful offenses. However, vandalism — whether it involves graffiti, smashing windows or keying a car — is a criminal offense. As a result,...
What is aggravated assault?
There are two types of assaults: simple assault and aggravated assault. You have probably heard the term aggravated assault frequently on the news. Aggravated assaults are fairly common; according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, in 2017 aggravated...
Is truancy a crime?
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...
Florida May Be On the Road to Marijuana Legalization
Since 2015, the government of Florida has been steadily introducing more progressive laws that decriminalize the possession of small amounts. However, statewide it is still considered a misdemeanor offense to possess 20 grams or less of marijuana. This could...
