Criminal Defense & Appeals Blog
Simplifying and Explaining Florida Criminal Law
The Importance of Maintaining Confidentiality with Your Criminal Defense Attorney
Most people have a general understanding that communications with their criminal defense lawyer are confidential. But, benefitting from that confidentiality requires an understanding of what is and...
The Role of Eyewitness Testimony in Criminal Cases: Reliability and Challenges
Eyewitness testimony can be compelling for a jury. Hearing that someone actually saw the crime committed, or saw the defendant leaving the scene immediately after the crime, is much more...
The Use of Technology in Criminal Investigations and Trials
Technology is developing rapidly in nearly every area of our lives, and the criminal justice system is no exception. For instance, in the 1980s, the use of DNA in criminal proceedings was in its...
The Differences Between State and Federal Criminal Cases
The core difference between state and federal criminal cases is the law the person is charged under. State criminal cases are cases alleging that the defendant broke a state law. Federal criminal...
The Pros and Cons of Representing Yourself in a Criminal Case
If you’ve been charged with a crime, you’re undoubtedly thinking about the best way to defend yourself. One of the questions you’re likely asking is whether you need to hire a Jacksonville criminal...
The Role of Alibi Witnesses in Criminal Defense: Strategies and Challenges
An alibi defense can be a powerful tool in a criminal case. But presenting an effective alibi defense is more complicated than you might imagine, and begins with special procedural requirements. If...
DUI Sealing or Expungement: Is It Possible to Clear Your Record in Florida?
There are many reasons someone charged with or convicted of drunk driving in Florida might want to clear their record. However, for many in that situation, such an outcome is impossible. The best...
Common Myths About DUIs Debunked
Thousands of Florida drivers are charged with driving under the influence each year, and that’s a fraction of the number believed to have driven drunk. Drunk driving is the subject of many public...
What to Do If You’re Pulled Over for DUI
A DUI stop alone, whether you were impaired or not, can have several serious consequences. Some of these include being charged with a DUI charge, the loss of your driver’s license if you refused to...
Benefits and Risks of Accepting a Plea Deal
If you’ve been charged with a crime in Florida, chances are good that you’ll be offered a plea deal also known as an offer. In a plea deal or an offer, the prosecution typically will convey to you...
Understanding the Different Types of Criminal Charges and Penalties
Any criminal conviction can have serious consequences, but the specific penalties and their severity depend on the nature and classification of the crime. The best way to learn what’s at stake in...
What to Do if Your Child is Arrested in Florida
Finding out that your child has been arrested is upsetting. Undoubtedly, you’ll have a complicated mix of emotions, ranging from confusion to concern for your child to anger at whatever...