National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws is Helping to Change Florida Law  

National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws is Helping to Change Florida Law Many major changes in marijuana laws have already occurred in states across the nation, with many more well-organized movements taking shape, including the one currently gaining momentum in the state of Florida. While these changes are positive, the rapid pace at which they … Read more

Lesser Included Offense

Lesser Included Offense   In Florida, it is not uncommon for prosecutors to charge a criminal defendant with several offenses even though they all arose from the same conduct. For example, a defendant may be charged with simple possession of cocaine and also with the possession of cocaine with the intent to distribute. In order to prove … Read more

What is Considered Domestic Violence in FL?

Domestic violence is a classification of charges versus a direct charge. Under Florida law, a domestic violence charge may be lodged if specific persons feel threatened. FL Statutes 2002 Section 741.28 defines domestic violence as “any assault, aggravated assault, battery, aggravated battery, sexual assault, sexual battery, stalking, aggravated stalking, kidnapping, false imprisonment, or any criminal … Read more

Can my social media accounts be used against me?

More than 1.2 billion users regularly log into their Facebook accounts and more than 1 billion log into Twitter accounts. In many cases, users will “check in” and let friends and family members know where they are and what they are doing; seldom giving any thought to these check-ins.  However,  if you have been arrested … Read more