An injunction for protection is used to keep a person safe from violence or harassment. They are most often used in domestic violence situations but can also be filed anyone experiencing harassment, including a neighbor. Unfortunately, a person can b...
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When you move into a neighborhood, condominium or other community, you have an expectation and right to live there peaceably. Neighbors may disagree on occasion but if a person’s behavior is repeatedly outrageous and directed at you for no valid re...
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In Florida, many people love to spend weekends and holidays on the water. Some of those enjoying time on their boats may drink alcoholic beverages or partake of illicit narcotics, which places them at risk of being arrested for Boating under the Infl...
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In federal court, anyone who has either been indicted or has a pending federal criminal charge will have a pretrial hearing to determine if they will be released on bond or bail while their trial case is pending. Prior to this hearing, the person mus...
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Under the federal sentencing guidelines the concept of relevant conduct allows a judge to consider the defendant’s actual conviction as well as their alleged crimes when determining their sentence. While judges have always been allowed to consider ...
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In early spring, the Hillsborough County State Attorney’s Office unveiled a program designed to reduce the charges for people who have had their first DUI arrest. Reducing Impaired Drivers Recidivism Program, referred to as the RIDR, was intended t...
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A bond is collateral that a defendant uses to secure their freedom while awaiting trial or other resolution of their case. A bond is often referred to as bail, especially in state courts. In Florida there is a standard bond schedule for specific char...
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Federal Sentencing Calculation One of the primary differences between state and federal court representation are the federal sentencing guidelines. These guidelines dictate the potential incarceration exposure a person faces when charged with a fe...
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When a person receives a serious medical diagnosis from a doctor, it is common to seek a second opinion from another physician to verify the diagnosis and to review additional treatment options. This same process should be followed by someone facing ...
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Stechschulte Nell is pleased to announce that Ben has recently received his recertification in Board Certified in Criminal Trial Law in both state and federal court. Of the over 88,000 attorneys eligible to practice in Florida, only 433 are cert...
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