Category Archives: Criminal Defense
Man Arrested for DUI in Fatal Florida Bicycle Crash
On Thanksgiving, we give thanks for all that we have, despite the ups and downs that this year has given us. However, one family in Florida will instead be planning a funeral after a bicyclist was hit and killed by a drunk driver in Palm Springs. A 25-year-old man has been arrested after rear-ending… Read More »
Florida’s “Stand Your Ground” Law Provides Defense to Weapons Charges
When it comes to firearm offenses, Florida has some of the toughest laws in the nation. A person convicted of seriously injuring or killing someone with a firearm could end up spending many years in prison. This is especially true thanks to mandatory minimum sentences in place. However, Florida does have one unique law… Read More »
10 Florida Residents Arrested for Lewd and Lascivious Behavior
Ten people in Florida were recently arrested for lewd and lascivious behavior. The arrests took place on July 13 and 14 after an investigation that began in 2018. However, there is a lot of secrecy surrounding the investigation. For example, the names and mug shots of those arrested were not made public. Also, there… Read More »
President Drove Florida Man to Drink and Drive
Some people have trouble taking responsibility for their actions. They can’t ever admit that they’re wrong. They always have to blame someone else. Some will even blame a person they’ve never even met – like President Donald Trump. While President Trump is getting blamed for a lot of things lately surrounding the coronavirus, racism… Read More »
Police Looking for 2 Men Accused of Sexual Assault
Sex is supposed to be an activity that takes place between consenting adults, but that is not always the case. It is not uncommon for one person – typically a man – to force themselves onto another person – usually a woman, but could be a child or man as well – for sexual… Read More »
Florida Man Arrested for DUI Twice in Same Week
Drinking and driving is something that every motorist should avoid. Such an act has negative consequences on one’s driver’s license and life in general. Even a first-time offender could face fines, license loss and jail time. A second offense results in even harsher punishment – especially if the second DUI arrest happens in the… Read More »
Florida Teen Who Raped Toddler Gets Life in Prison
In Florida, sexual battery is a very serious offense that can result in life in prison. Sexual battery is the same as rape, which means engaging in sexual activity with someone without their consent. The younger the victim, the more serious the crime. This was the case for a Florida teen, who recently received… Read More »
Florida DUI Rates
Drinking and driving has always been a problem everywhere, even though motorists know better than to drive while intoxicated. In fact, it’s illegal. Every day, people in Florida and other states drive drunk. Many are arrested, while others cause serious accidents. In fact, nearly 30 people die from DUI crashes every day. It is… Read More »
Broward County Teacher Fired for Molesting Student
When a person is arrested for a crime that directly impacts their job—especially one that involves children—they are typically fired soon after, especially if there is significant evidence that shows that they are guilty of the crime. However, in one Florida case, a teacher was charged with molesting a student and the school district… Read More »
Orlando Teacher Arrested for Molesting Teen Student
Teachers have a responsibility to teach students and help them to learn subjects that will help them succeed in life. However, some teachers cross the line. They spend a lot of time with their students. Five days a week for at least six hours a day, students attend school and may have the same… Read More »
