There is a common misconception that a person facing a criminal charge for domestic violence will not be penalized if the victim elects not to press charges. This general misunderstanding seems to stem from the idea that victims of domestic abuse have some sort of influence on whether the State of Florida prosecutes these kinds…
A temporary restraining order (also known as a protective order) is issued by a court to protect persons from harassment, stalking, sexual assault, or domestic violence. While they serve a purpose to protect abuse victims from their abusers, some partners (often women) seek restraining orders against their spouse, ex spouse, or other romantic partner during…
Being falsely accused of assault, rape, aggravated rape, or sexual assault is a delicate situation. False allegations of rape and assault carry a lasting impact on your reputation, even if you deny them. Rape and assault are among the most serious offenses, and simply being accused can change people’s perceptions about you. These crimes carry…
Defense attorneys throughout Florida continue fighting the Intoxilyzer 8000, the state’s only approved breath test for evidentiary use. This is the test you face at the police station after you have been arrested for DUI in Palm Beach County. Several states rely on the I-8000 to produce accurate breath test results that can be used…
In 2023, Florida led the nation in boating accidents, reporting 659 incidents that resulted in 59 fatalities. Statistics reveal that alcohol is a top contributing factor in most boating accidents, and states are passing laws to crack down on drunken boating. BUI laws are designed to address the operation of vessels under the influence of…
One of the worst consequences of being arrested for DUI or any criminal offense is that the arrest opens up a world of obstacles for your future. If you are arrested and charged for a crime, whether you are found guilty or not, criminal charges are released by courts as part of the general public…
DUI suspects across the country face serious penalties upon a conviction. What does it take for a police officer to arrest a DUI suspect? Usually, a police officer’s reasonable suspicion that the suspect is impaired with alcohol or drugs is sufficient. In Florida, results from the preliminary breath test conducted on the side of the…
In the state of Florida, getting a DUI is no small incident. If police have probable cause to issue a breath test, a DUI suspect is directed to breathe into a highly flawed piece of equipment. Florida uses the Intoxilyzer 8000 to record breath samples that are permitted as evidence in a court of law….
When you are at home, the assumption is that you should be allowed to do as you wish so long as you do not cause considerable harm to another person or another’s property. After all, it is your own property. By definition, private property is anything tangible or intangible owned by non-governmental authorities over which…
If you find yourself in trouble with the law for the first time, you may encounter some new vocabulary. The terms “bail” and “bond” are often used seemingly interchangeably. While they both serve the purpose of allowing an arrested individual freedom until the next court appearance, they are significantly different. You need an experienced defense…
