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The Differences Between Adult and Juvenile Charges in Tampa, Florida
This is the next post in my series on the handling of juvenile criminal cases in Tampa and elsewhere in Florida. My last article provided an overview of topics which this series will be addressing. It also stressed the need to speak with an attorney as soon as possible if your son or daughter… Read More »
Tampa Residents Must Understand Florida’s Penalties for Prescription Drug Offenses
This is the next article in my series on the handling of prescription drug charges in Tampa, Florida. My last article discussed why prosecutors take prescription drug charges seriously. It is important to understand that such cases are aggressively pursued and that you need to retain a criminal defense attorney in order to protect… Read More »
What Happens if I Fail to Register as a Sex Offender in Florida?
Usually, an individual who is required to register as a sex offender must register at least once a year and report any change of address within as little as three days. Furthermore, he or she must produce vehicle information, a recent photograph, and a DNA sample. Those who are forced to register as sex… Read More »
What are the Laws Surrounding Child Pornography in Florida?
Child pornography is illegal under Florida law and federal law. A person could be arrested and might be found guilty of a sex crime in Florida if they authorize or induce a child to engage in a sexual performance; direct or promote any performance in which sexual conduct is performed by a person under… Read More »
What are the Most Common White Collar Crimes?
White collar crimes are non-violent crimes and are typically committed for financial gain. Some people define white collar crimes by the type of offense committed, while others use the term white collar to describe the person accused of committing the crime. In fact, one 2016 study found that “a considerable percentage of white collar… Read More »
Rapper Bow Wow Arrested for Alleged Assault
The rapper known as Bow Wow, who has returned to using his birth name Shad Moss, is best-remembered for his music career and his time on reality television. But the Growing Up Hip Hop: Atlanta star recently found his name in the news for all the wrong reasons after being arrested for allegedly assaulting… Read More »
Study: Florida Ranks Most Dangerous State for Seniors
Florida is known for warm weather, sandy beaches, and a large retiree population. Unfortunately, a recent study also finds Florida to be the most dangerous state for seniors to live in. The Sunshine State ranks 51st, behind 49 other states and the District of Columbia. The study, conducted by TheSeniorList.com, based its rankings upon… Read More »
Reality Show Contestant Arrested for DUI in Tampa
July 11, 2019 Edit: Since the publishing of this post, our team has been informed of the following updates to the story: 1) The case against Christina has been dropped with the understanding that her circumstances were caused due to medical conditions rather than intoxication. 2) Christina voluntarily left the Bachelor (the first to… Read More »
Supreme Court Addresses Civil Forfeiture in Criminal Proceedings
Civil forfeiture is a tool the government uses in criminal law proceedings that many people know nothing about until faced with the issue personally. This article will discuss the role that civil forfeiture has historically played in criminal law proceedings, the Supreme Court’s recent civil forfeiture ruling in Timbs v. Indiana, and how states… Read More »
How is Assault and Battery Affecting National Culture?
Societal culture is the way society interacts to share or to promote a common interest. Sociocultural factors are customs, lifestyles, and values that characterize a society. More specifically, cultural aspects include aesthetics, education, language, law and politics, religion, social organizations, technology and material culture, values, and attitudes. Cultural changes occur with each generation and… Read More »
