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You’re undoubtedly familiar with the term “double jeopardy,” but you may have noticed that it doesn’t always seem to work as you’d expect. The best way to get information about the law surrounding your criminal charges and proceedings is to talk to an experienced Jacksonville criminal defense attorney. This post provides an overview of what double…
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 is not confidential, and why it matters. What is Attorney-Client Confidentiality? Certain types of communications between a criminal attorney and their client are legally considered confidential. That means that…
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 straightforward than drawing conclusions from technical evidence or piecing together circumstantial evidence. And, the jury gets to hear straight from the person who claims to…
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 infancy. The first criminal conviction based in part on DNA evidence in the U.S. didn’t take place until 1987. Three decades…
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 cases are based on alleged violations of federal law. So, federal cases are filed in federal court, and state cases are filed in…
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 defense attorney or you should represent yourself. While you have a right to represent yourself in a Florida criminal case, it’s virtually never a…
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 you believe you have an alibi defense, it is important to tell your Jacksonville criminal defense attorney right away. Your lawyer will need time to…
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 or your attorney what they would be willing to accept as a penalty to resolve your case…
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 your specific case is to consult an experienced Jacksonville criminal defense attorney. The information below will give you a general overview of how crimes…
Most people never expect to need a criminal defense attorney, and don’t know much about the profession. That means it’s common to pick up impressions of defense lawyers from television, or a crazy story on the internet, or just stereotypes of unknown origin. Unfortunately, that frequently leaves people who do ultimately need to hire a criminal…