Charged with a serious crime in Florida and need simple and straightforward information about your rights and the legal process? Browse our frequently updated blog for posts on these and other vital criminal defense topics.
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Defending Yourself Against a Sexual Tourism Charge in FloridaIf you have been charged with sexual tourism, you need a Florida sex crime attorney to defend your rights and actions in court. Read blog for more Info!
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Understanding a Charge of Resisting an Officer With ViolenceResisting an Officer With Violence is a serious crime in Florida, and you will need a defense lawyer who can prove your actions were justified. Read more!
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Understanding the Difference Between Assault and Battery in FloridaWhile many people erroneously conflate the two terms, Florida treats assault and battery as two separate but equally serious crimes. Read blog for more!
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Why You Need a Criminal Defense Lawyer If You're Charged With Third-Degree MurderIf you have been accused or charged with murder in the third degree, you could face up to 15 years in prison and thousands of dollars in fines. Read more!
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Prescription by Fraud May Not Be the Only Criminal Charge You FacePrescription by fraud is a third-degree felony. Depending on the circumstances of your arrest, you could face additional felony charges.
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What to Do If You’re Arrested for Boating Under the Influence ManslaughterFlorida charges BUI manslaughter as a felony offense that could carry massive fines and imprisonment of up to 30 years.
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Minors and Felony Charges in FloridaWhen children are sent to adult court, they lose many privileges and risk an unremovable adult criminal record.
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Moving Past a Juvenile Adjudication in FloridaWhile many juvenile records are destroyed when an offender turns 21, there are important exceptions that can make it difficult to move past your mistakes.
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How the Value of a Theft Affects Criminal ChargesTheft is always a serious offense, but the value of stolen goods makes all the difference in how prosecutors press charges.
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You May Be Able to Have Key Evidence Suppressed in Your Drug CaseIf you are facing drug charges in Florida, your attorney may be able to have evidence against you suppressed. Learn more here.
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What to Expect at a Florida Probation Violation HearingIf you’ve been charged with a probation violation, your hearing will proceed differently than if you were charged with a new crime.
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Tim Flaherty and Brandy Merrifield Assume Leadership Roles in the Okaloosa-Walton County Chapter of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysCriminal defense attorneys Tim Flaherty and Brandy Merrifield have assumed leadership positions in the Okaloosa-Walton County chapter of the FACDL.