In a highly publicized multi-agency crackdown on street racing, several police agencies in the Hillsborough County and Pinellas County area recently conducted a coordinated raid on people either engaged in or viewing. Dubbed "Operation Keep Our Stree...
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The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) was a lifeline for businesses during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic. Established under the CARES Act in March 2020, the program aimed to provide fast and direct economic assistance to small businesses st...
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In Florida, aggravated assault is a serious offense carrying severe penalties. While many people associate aggravated assault with the use of a firearm, the public needs to know that aggravated assault charges can also arise from other actions. ...
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Florida’s marijuana law includes offenses with various levels of severity and associated penalties depending on the amount of marijuana possessed, among other factors. Understanding the law is essential for anyone who might face possession charges ...
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Extortion is a crime that involves the use of threats or coercion to obtain money, property, or services from another individual or entity. Under both federal law and Florida statutes, extortion is considered a serious offense. Blackmail is a ...
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The US Constitution's 5th Amendment protects individuals from self-incrimination and ensures due process of law, including immigrants. But many noncitizens, including legal residents, people with limited visas, and undocumented immigrants do not unde...
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When someone is charged with a crime, factors like court dates and potential prison time often consume their thoughts. However, it's essential to not overlook other lasting impacts, such as on their educational opportunities. Accused individuals, par...
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In common conversation and in popular media, the terms "assault" and "battery" are frequently used as though they were one crime. However, Florida law makes clear and important distinctions between the two offenses. Assault is not the same crime as b...
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In Florida, unemployment fraud is a serious charge that can lead to severe criminal penalties. Unemployment fraud involves intentionally providing false information or withholding information to receive unemployment benefits to which you are not enti...
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The role of a criminal defense lawyer is to vigorously represent their client to the best of their ability within the limits of the law. That typically means that every defense attorney representing a client in a criminal case uses their best profess...
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