Anyone who may have been in trouble with the law or a court might worry about whether an outstanding warrant will show up on an employee background check. The answer isn’t as straightforward as you might think; whether or not a potential employer will see a warrant depends on the type of warrant and the…
After a DUI arrest, there may be hundreds of dreadful thoughts running through your mind. “What happens next? Will I lose my job? Can I still drive my car? What will my family and friends think if they find out about this? Can I avoid going to jail?” These and many more questions will be…
Although violence takes many forms, we tend to think of “violence” as physically harmful actions toward others. Whether punches, kicks, or blows, violence may hurt, damage, or kill a living being. In Florida, state laws define several forms of violence. The differences between criminal charges and the penalties they may carry may not always be…
It’s no secret that the United States has a lot of prisoners. In fact, America contains the lion’s share of prisoners, witha quarter of the world’s known prison population behind bars in the U.S. As of 2016, approximately 2.3 million Americans are incarcerated. While we do guarantee all citizens the right to a fair trial,…
Domestic violence includes charges of domestic assault and battery, common offenses that present prosecutors with a challenge. In a domestic violence case, there are usually only two witnesses––the alleged offender and the alleged victim––who may recount the events that took place before the police arrived. In these situations, it is a given that these parties…
Life is a never ending learning process by which everyday mistakes help us grow. Unfortunately, some mistakes may have criminal consequences that may influence our lives in the present and future. In the United States, a significant portion of the population has been or is currently in trouble with the law. Individuals who are arrested…
After being convicted of a criminal offense in Florida, your sentence may include incarceration. Whether you are sentenced to jail or prison depends on whether you’re convicted of a misdemeanor or felony offense. With either type of charge, the court may sentence you to probation in place of incarceration. Probation is an alternative form of…
Getting a DUI charge is devastating no matter what you do for a living, but when you’re a professional who needs a license to find work and stay employed, the aftermath of a criminal record is exponentially more severe. Having a DUI on your record may damage your reputation as an expert in your field…
The media likes to portray the holiday season as one of togetherness and selflessness. Holidays are advertised as a time of year when families come together and bond over communal activities like baking, shopping, and playing games. During the holidays, we strive to be the best versions of ourselves leading up to the New Year….
If you’re unemployed with a criminal record in 2020, you might find that it’s taking considerable effort on your part to get interviews. The South Florida job market is extremely competitive by default, but during COVID-19, it’s downright brutal. Sometimes, the decision to hire one candidate over another equally qualified candidate comes down to the…
