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The court system protects those who experience domestic violence. Unfortunately, false accusations can be devastating for the wrongly-accused person. Take these steps to defend your reputation if you face a court date for false domestic violence claims. Understand the...
The Florida Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) has cause to celebrate. It's efforts to address juvenile delinquency is showing signs of progress. It has invested heavily in educational and other programs that counteract criminal behavior among Florida's youth, and...
Were you arrested on a drug-related offense in Fort Lauderdale? The charges that you receive may have had something to do with paraphernalia. Possession of this matter is an offense punishable under Florida state law. To be charged with any kind of drug offense is a...
Several states have enacted regulations pertaining to the prosecution and prevention of domestic violence. In Florida, victims have legal options through the civil and criminal court systems to protect themselves. If you're a Florida resident, here are some important...
A lot of people in Florida don’t understand the charge of burglary and get it confused with other property crimes like theft and robbery. While burglary may include breaking and entering and theft, not all theft is considered burglary and not all breaking and entering...
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...
Domestic violence battery involves intentionally touching or causing bodily harm to a family or household member against their will. The state of Florida prosecutes domestic battery charges more harshly than other battery offenses. What actions may result in domestic...
After you've been arrested, you can often post bail in Florida to get out of jail. However, there are certain situations that can result in bail being denied. You should know the most common reasons why bail is denied by a judge. The type of crime and its severity...
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...
The line between being considered an adult or a juvenile can be very thin for teenagers in Florida, and especially when they are involved in a criminal issue of any type. Serious crimes that are committed by teenagers under the age of 18 can be filed as though the...
