Evaluating a plea offer while your future remains uncertain can feel overwhelming. You may worry that a deal surrenders a fair fight, or that trial carries greater risk. This article examines the principal factors that influence this decision in Florida. Why this...
Yes. Felony assault charges may arise from conduct that poses heightened danger, significant harm or the use of specific aggravating factors under Florida law. Upon conviction, assault cases come with substantial penalties. The stakes climb quickly once an incident...
In many cases, the court will hold someone after an arrest, but they will set bail. Once the bail is announced, the individual has the opportunity to post payment, and they may be released if they do so. If they are unable to post bail, then they will be held in jail...
Florida does not decriminalize sexual activity between adults and minors simply because they are close in age. However, state law allows qualifying young adults to ask a court to remove them from the public sex offender registry. People often call this legal exception...
When it comes to participation in a crime, Florida law essentially says, “You’re either all-in or all-out.” What that means is this: You do not have to personally commit a crime to face criminal charges. If you help someone else commit a crime – or help them evade...
The U.S. tax code can be impenetrable to most people, which is why many hire accountants to keep their books and do their tax returns. A taxpayer can put all of their financial records into the accountant’s hands, answer a few questions and trust the professional to...
Most people think of bank fraud as someone hacking into an account or stealing money from a financial institution. While those situations can lead to federal charges, the law covers much more than these kinds of dramatic potential headlines. For example, in some...
One of the first questions that often comes to mind when a loved one is arrested is how to get them out of jail. Finding out when the person can be released, how much money is required and what conditions apply are all important. The answers to these concerns...
Many people panic or do things they would not normally do when they learn they are under investigation by the police or federal authorities. Some of these actions have the potential to end in criminal charges, even if the investigation itself comes to nothing....
Driving under the influence (DUI) charges are often misdemeanor offenses. Unless there are significant aggravating factors present, a drunk driving offense is usually a misdemeanor. Common aggravating factors that lead to harsher charges include the presence of...
