We have all seen television programs that show police interrogating someone, but what do the police actually do during an interrogation? In this blog, we will talk about all the details of the interrogation process and what rights you have during an interrogation....
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Bail in Florida
While some states have begun to move away from cash bail systems, Florida has not. As such, if you’ve been arrested in Florida, you may be required to post bail or a bail bond before you are released. Bail in Florida is the amount of money that a court holds in...
What’s Next After a Criminal Conviction
After being found guilty of a crime, the most common question is, "Now what?" In this blog, we are going to find out what to expect from the courts after you have been sentenced. If you are found guilty after a trial or after pleading guilty, the judge will impose a...
Out of State Arrest in Florida
Every year, millions of tourists visit the paradise of Florida. Tourists are frequently arrested while partying for DUI, drug charges, solicitation, assault and battery, shoplifting, or any other criminal charge. Regardless of the reason, if you commit a crime in...
What is Criminal Trespass?
Under Florida law, a criminal Trespass occurs when a person willfully enters or remains upon property without authorization, or, if initially allowed onto the property, refuses to depart upon request of the rightful owner or occupant. However, in the state of Florida,...
Motor Vehicle Theft in Florida
In Florida, "theft" is defined as "the obtaining or using another’s property with the intent to deprive the owner of the property permanently or temporarily." Therefore, a person who takes a vehicle for a joyride commits theft as well as a person who steals a vehicle...
Penalties for Credit Card Fraud
Every day, the number of those who have been victims of credit card fraud grows in Florida and throughout the United States. According to new research (n.d.), Florida is the second state with the highest rate of identity theft by credit card at 44%, with about 44,600...
White Collar Crimes in Florida
A white-collar crime is a nonviolent crime committed for financial gain. The FBI, a key agency that investigates these crimes, characterized them as crimes of deceit, concealment, and violation of trust. In other words, these crimes are committed with the purpose of...
Sex Offender Probation in Florida
Probation is a possible alternative for those who are found guilty of a sexual offense. This offer is not granted to everyone. However, for those first-time offenders, those who committed less violent crimes and showed signs of remorse are usually good candidates to...
Petit Theft
Petit theft is defined as the deprivation and appropriation of the property of another valued at $750.00 or less, and the theft does not have to occur in a store. Penalties The value of stolen goods will determine whether a charge will be filed as petty theft or grand...