Monthly Archives: April 2021
Expanded Jail Release Options In Florida
The Constitution’s Eighth Amendment prohibits “excessive bail” in criminal cases. Excessive is a vague word which could mean many different things. As the percentage of unsentenced inmates rises, more options become available under the excessive bail prohibition. No one wants to see people remain in jail simply because they cannot afford to make bail…. Read More »
The Three Ps Of A Drug Possession Case
Large drug seizure cases often dominate the headlines, but simple drug possession cases usually dominate court dockets in Hillsborough County and nearby jurisdictions. This approach might be a little behind the times. Especially in the post-opioid crisis era, many jurors view drug possession matters as health and safety issues as opposed to criminal law… Read More »
Dealing with Domestic Violence Charges in Hillsborough County
In many jurisdictions, domestic violence arrests account for almost two-thirds of all violent crime arrests. These situations could potentially deteriorate quickly and end badly. Therefore, law enforcement usually intervenes early, frequently, and aggressively. This approach almost certainly reduces the number of tragic endings. However, the dragnet approach also ensures a number of people who… Read More »
Effective Defenses in Electronic Pornography Possession Cases
Since mobile technology continues advancing, the law in this area is constantly evolving. The latest decision in this area came from the normally conservative Fifth Court of Appeals. 2021’s United States v. Morton once again sharply limited officers’ ability to search cell phones for illegal pornography. Furthermore, many people do not think there is… Read More »
