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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The Penalties for Sexual Battery in Florida Include Life in Prison—Which Means You Need a Skilled Defense Attorney Right NowIf you have been charged with sexual battery, you could be looking at life in prison. Hiring a skilled defense attorney is your best option for moving forward.
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Understanding Robbery With a Deadly Weapon in Florida: Definitions, Penalties, and the Need for an Experienced AttorneyRobbery is a serious charge—made more serious if you are charged with robbery with a deadly weapon. You need a defense attorney right away.
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Follow the Rules and Turn to an Experienced Attorney to Help Get a No Contact Order LiftedIf a judge has placed you under a no contact order, it is important to abide by it. But in some cases, an attorney can help you get it lifted.
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Come to Florida for Your Vacation, but Make Sure You Don’t Leave on ProbationIf you are arrested while vacationing in Florida, you need help from in-state counsel right away so that your case doesn’t follow you home.
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Whether the Charge Is Murder or Manslaughter, You Need an Expert Defense AttorneyMurder and manslaughter are two different charges for an unlawful killing—but both carry severe penalties. Finding the right defense attorney is key.
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Charged With Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer? You Need Expert Representation Right AwayIf you have been charged with battery on a law enforcement officer, you are facing serious consequences. You need a skilled attorney on your side.
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Options for Communicating With a Family Member in the Okaloosa County JailOkaloosa County criminal lawyer Tim Flaherty can help you explore your options for communicating with a loved one at the Okaloosa County Jail.
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Class Action Suit Over Ex-Felon Voting Rights Part of Larger Trend in LawIn a class action lawsuit filed in Florida by convicted felons seeking voting rights, the Board of Clemency upheld their power to deny felons' requests to vote.
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Navigating DUI Checkpoints In Okaloosa CountyOkaloosa County DUI lawyer Tim Flaherty can help you if your rights were violated when you were arrested at a DUI checkpoint for driving under the influence.
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If You Have Been Charged With False Imprisonment on Top of Domestic Violence, You Need Our HelpFort Walton Beach domestic violence defense lawyers Tim Flaherty and Brandy Merrifield can help you fight added charges of false imprisonment.
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Don’t Talk to the Police: Advice From an Okaloosa County Criminal Defense LawyerThe police already think you are guilty. If you are being questioned, invoke your right to remain silent and call criminal defense lawyer Tim Flaherty.
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What Is Burglary With Battery?If you've been charged with Burglary with Battery, you need a Fort Walton Beach criminal lawyer with experience successfully defending this serious felony.