The Hobbs Act 18 U.S. Code § 1951 has been in existence since 1946, but many people aren't even aware that it exists until they've been charged with a crime under the act.Back in the day, the Hobbs Act was aimed at racketeering that was problematic throughout the...
Board-Certified Criminal Defense Representation In Central Florida
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Brandishing weapons is an illegal act that can lead to charges
A person who is licensed to carry a concealed pistol has to be aware of the laws surrounding this privilege. Having any missteps related to the firearm can mean that you lose your license and that you might face criminal charges. These can negatively impact your...
Fraud crimes come in many forms
Fraud is a broad category that can encompass many different crimes. The key point that ties them all together is that a person willfully tried to deceive another person for their own gain. While fraud is typically handled in the same manner regardless of what type of...
More Medicare fraud investigations focus on pharmacists
Florida is known for its beautiful beaches and tourist attractions. However, you may not realize that in 2007, the Department of Justice and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services selected Florida to be the site of their first strike force to fight Medicare...
Drunk driving wrecks lead to many legal complications
When a person is too impaired to drive, they are going to make poor decisions. These might not have an immediate impact on the driver. There is always a chance that one wrong move will lead to a crash. This is a situation that can lead to some very serious...
Tax return extension deadline is near, avoid tax evasion
As the date for some extensions on income tax returns draws near, it is imperative that anyone who needs to file understands an important point about filing. You must have your income tax form in the mail by October 15. Failing to file a tax return could lead to some...
What you should know about implied consent in Florida
A police officer who has reason to think that you are driving while intoxicated might initiate a traffic stop. Once they speak to you, they might ask that you take a breath test to determine your blood alcohol content (BAC). This might be a challenging request for you...
Restitution is part of some white collar crime sentences
White collar crimes usually involve felony charges that can come with severe consequences. Many involve the potential for paying fines and/or spending time in prison. Some people who are convicted of this type of crime might have to repay the victims for the damages...
How do you know you are getting a fair trial?
Facing charges for while collar crimes, such as fraud or embezzlement, can be intimidating and confusing. A bad outcome may mean long lasting negative consequences for you, your business and your family. You may be hearing many terms you do not understand and...
Alcohol concentration determination comes in many forms
One thing that a person who is facing accusations of drunk driving will go through is testing to determine what's going on. There are a few options that officers have in these cases, so you need to understand them all.Most people are familiar with field sobriety...