Parents of teenagers have enough to worry about when it comes to their children's safety. This anxiety may increase ten-fold when their child starts driving. But with all the statistics detailing how young drivers are at risk of being in accidents, there is a growing...
Board-Certified Criminal Defense Representation In Central Florida
On behalf of Lindsey & Ferry, P.A.
When talking to police, consult an attorney and get some rest
Police officers are trained and experienced in talking to people suspected of a crime. Individuals, however, typically don't have a lot of experience in being suspected of a crime. This creates a considerable imbalance of power when police question a person. Because...
The slippery slope of a drug crime conviction
The environment surrounding drug crimes and enforcement has been something of a volatile one in recent years. Between the cultural shifts in how people think about drugs like marijuana and claims of biased, overzealous enforcement efforts, the debate about drug laws...
Charges add up quickly when it comes to sexual offenses
Most people use a computer every single day. We are often within an arm's reach of a device that allows us to chat, text, browse the Internet, check email and catch up on Facebook, Snapchat and other social media.Considering how prevalent technology and digital...
The trauma of a false assault allegation on students
Sexual assault is certainly a troubling issue, and one that has been discussed and debated at length in the college environment. In recent years, it seems more and more people are coming forward to report such incidents at school. At the same time, unfortunately,...
Defending against allegations of sexual assault
Accusations of sexual assault or abuse are legal matters that should never be taken lightly. Whether the statements are true or not, the fact is they can do serious damage to a person's reputation, family, community standing and future.However, while it can feel like...
Certain elements can lead to escalated drug charges
Any type of allegation related to illicit drugs has the potential for harsh legal consequences. However, there are some charges that come with more severe penalties than others. If you are accused of a drug crime, you should understand that there are certain elements...
Officer’s failure to show up in court results in dropped charges
If you are accused of a crime, you need to understand that you are innocent until proven guilty. In order to prove guilt, prosecutors will collect evidence and have witnesses testify. However, if there is insufficient evidence or if witnesses with specific knowledge...
Heroin addiction continues to be a concern in Orange County
For decades now, the so-called "war on drugs" has allowed state and federal law enforcement agencies to be particularly aggressive in efforts to identify and punish alleged drug offenders. Large-scale crackdowns, sophisticated sting operations and harsh penalties...
What to know about using expert witnesses in criminal cases
If you have been accused of sexual misconduct in Florida, you could be facing some very serious penalties if you are convicted. In order to get a conviction, prosecutors often go to great lengths to build a case against you and prove to a judge or jury that you are...