Monthly Archives: April 2023
Resolving Juvenile Crimes In Hillsborough County
The direct consequences of a juvenile conviction, such as possible removal from the family home, are bad enough. The collateral consequences, such as drivers’ license suspension and school expulsion, could be even worse. Fortunately for these defendants, the political environment has changed significantly since the 1990s. A lower arrest rate means if a case… Read More »
What You Need To Know About Forfeiture
“Policing for profit” is one of the most controversial issues in criminal law. Conservative luminary Justice Clarence Thomas has harshly criticized the practice and strongly implied that it’s an unconstitutional taking of property without paying just compensation. Defenders of this practice point out that forfeiture proceeds fund anti-crime activities. The truth of the matter… Read More »
Top Five Search Warrant Exceptions
One of the most important provisions in the Bill of Rights is the Fourth Amendment. Early Americans embraced this amendment because of bitter experiences under British rule. Officials used writs of assistance, which were basically blank search warrants that were often transferable, to search private property whenever they felt like doing so. Despite this… Read More »