Most of the time we think that when the result of one unlawful act is the same as another, it is the same crime, but there are times when this is uncertain in the law. There are two ways to call the death of one person by another: homicide and murder. The differences...
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Public Defender vs. Private Attorney
If you are being arrested for a crime, you must choose the best possible defense to pursue your case. Here, we will talk about two types of defense: public defense and private attorney. It should be noted that the two types of defense are good and capable of the...
How Can I Prove My Innocence?
When a person is charged with a crime, the prosecutor must prove their guilt beyond a reasonable doubt in order to convict them of a criminal charge. One of the hallmarks of the American legal system is the presumption that everyone is innocent until proven guilty....
Most High-Profile Bail Bond Cases In US History
When a person is charged with a criminal felony, they go through several procedures in order to decide if they are free or not. One of these steps is the bail bond. Bail is a process in which the person accused of a crime must pay a fixed amount of money to obtain his...
Resisting An Arrest
Have you ever wondered what consequences you can have when you decide to resist justice when you’re accused of a crime? Resisting an arrest can bring you worse consequences than what you are already facing. Even if you are innocent and you resist, you can face some...
Choosing The Best Criminal Defense Attorney
Having a good lawyer when you have a legal problem is important for the outcome of your case. You need to work with an attorney who has extensive experience in the matter and whom you can trust. But what makes a good attorney exactly? Characteristics Of A Good Lawyer...
The New Traffic Violation Law: Rhythmic Bass Sound
Are you one of those people who enjoy listening to music on the way home, on the way to work, or while driving down the road? Well, those days ended this past July with the new law that Florida has stipulated - a new law that gives cops the authority to ticket Florida...
Defending Yourself Basics
When it comes to defending yourself against a criminal charge, it is no easy matter. You must understand the elements of the crime that you have been charged with and see what defenses you may have against the various elements. You do not need to defend against all of...
Racketeering/RICO
A racketeering offense (RICO) occurs when an unlawful or legitimate organization commits illegal activities such as murder, money laundering, embezzlement, extortion, and bribery. In Florida, RICO is charged as a first-degree felony, and it can result in 30 years of...
Child Abandonment in Florida
Unfortunately, child abandonment in Florida is a common allegation that is heavily contested in family law cases involving custody disputes. Abandoned children (also called "foundlings") who do not get their needs met often grow up with low self-esteem, emotional...