Any time a juvenile is charged with a crime in Florida, a variety of factors are aggregated about the alleged offense, criminal record, and the mental health of the juvenile. Conduct disorder is a commonly seen disorder in juveniles in the criminal justice system....
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Mitigating the risk of reoffense for juveniles with ADHD
Parents all across Florida understand the daily stress and strain of raising kids, and for those whose children wrestle with a diagnosis of ADHD, the challenges can be all the more daunting. The reductions in focus, concentration and impulse control accompanying this...
Is kleptomania a valid legal defense for theft charges?
While some people steal because of extreme financial hardship, others have a mental health condition that affects impulse control. If you have been charged with theft in Florida, it's important to explore the circumstances surrounding the incident. The basics of...
What makes domestic violence more likely as a woman?
Over 100,000 domestic violence crimes occurred in Florida in 2020. Domestic violence is a problem that could happen to anyone, but some people are at greater risk than others. By knowing what the risk factors are, you could take steps to reduce your chance of getting...
Coercive control in Florida: Signs, penalties and defenses to use
Domestic abuse can manifest in several ways; one subtle and often overlooked but devastatingly impacts the victim is coercive control. Given its nature, one may not know they are abusing their partner in Florida until they have a lawsuit on their hands. Understanding...
Improper possession of prescription drugs
Certain drugs require a prescription for their use. Those who take these drugs without a valid prescription would break the law, even when the drug is not a controlled substance. Even possessing prescription medication without a proper prescription might lead to an...
Florida implements batterers’ intervention program
Many states have altered how they adjudicate some cases with respect to issuing sentences, and one of the primary alterations has been the employment of educational training as a part of any sentence associated with certain crimes. The standard for this court ruling...
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...
How do so-called study drugs negatively impact users?
College life can be difficult. Florida students who have a hard time transitioning might turn to “study drugs” to stay awake and alert longer and to do better on exams. However, these drugs can negatively impact those who turn to them. What are study drugs? Study...
Shoplifting in Florida is not free
Being convicted of theft in Florida can be a scary, time-consuming experience. Even if considered "petty," any theft conviction is a very serious undertaking that can dramatically impact the quality of one's future. Even more significant is the potential difficulty in...