Imagine this scene. It is a Tuesday night. Homework is on the kitchen table. Then there is a knock at the door. Scene Transcript OFFICER "Hi, I'm with the Police Department. Does [the child] live here?" PARENT "Yes. That's my 12-year-old." OFFICER "I need to speak...
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Can juveniles have their records expunged in Florida?
If you made a mistake during your youth, you may be wondering if there is a way for you to have a fresh start. This blog explores how juvenile expungement works and whether you may qualify for it. Who qualifies for expungement? Florida law offers several ways to clear...
What is the expungement process in Florida?
A criminal record comes with complications, such as employment difficulties, travel restrictions and low housing prospects. However, you may have the chance to get a fresh start through expungement. In Florida, eligible applicants may have the opportunity to remove...
What are the penalties for a probation violation?
A probation sentence is sometimes the best outcome for a defendant facing serious criminal charges. Instead of spending time in state facilities, they are simply subject to the oversight of a probation officer. The requirements imposed during probation often include...
Can a reckless driving charge end your trucking career?
As a commercial truck driver in Orlando, you don’t just haul cargo — you take on serious responsibility every time you drive. A reckless driving charge isn’t just a legal issue; it can put your license at risk and threaten your job. If you drive for a living, you...
3 actions that could lead to embezzlement charges
There are many ways for workers to embezzle. Many of them are quite direct and obviously intentional. Workers intercepting client payments, overcharging customers or refunding transactions to pocket the money know that their actions violate the law. However, sometimes...
Distinguishing common terms in federal criminal investigations
When it comes to federal criminal investigations, it’s common to hear terms like target, subject and person of interest. Each of these terms refers to someone associated with a case in varying degrees. Understanding the distinctions between these terms is essential...
Defense strategies must account for evidence handling concerns
Anyone who’s facing criminal charges should get started on a defense strategy as soon as they have been accused of wrongdoing. This typically requires the assistance of a legal representative who’s familiar with the specifics of the case, the laws as they apply to the...
What’s the problem with eyewitnesses in criminal cases?
Eyewitness testimony has long been regarded as a powerful tool in criminal investigations. It can sway juries, convict the guilty and exonerate the innocent. However, this seemingly powerful piece of evidence is not without its flaws. The credibility and accuracy of...
What are sentencing departures and when do they happen
The criminal statutes in Florida make certain behaviors illegal and impose a range of potential penalties should someone plead guilty or be convicted of wrongdoing as defined by those statutes. Many crimes can potentially result in both minimum and/or maximum...