Many scenarios may lead to criminal assault charges in Florida, and there are different types of charges that vary by the severity of the crime. When people think about the term “assault,” they usually associate it with a physical altercation; however, assault does not always involve physical contact. In fact, once a situation escalates to…
Whether or not an action qualifies as assault can be more complicated than deducing fault for other crimes. Many charges have straightforward processes and obvious evidence, such as blood alcohol content in a DUI case. An alleged threat against another, however, may or may not constitute assault, and the elements needed to prove assault may…
Driving under the influence is a serious criminal charge in Florida and throughout the United States. While most people are knowledgeable about the tragic accidents that drunk drivers often cause, information about how a DUI charge can impact your life is harder to come by. It’s hard to avoid the message that drinking and driving…
As with any matter that requires legal counsel or representation, hiring a lawyer after a DUI arrest in Florida will be a necessary but worthwhile expense. Criminal defense lawyers who focus on DUI defense may vary in experience and price. The cost of DUI defense may vary drastically based on a number of factors, and…
Approximately 20 million people attend college in the U.S., with 1,049,672 students attending Florida colleges and universities in 2023. Students take much-needed breaks from studying during end-of-year holidays, returning to their homes to spend time with loved ones and unwind. This mass migration marks the beginning of one of the biggest drinking holidays of the…
Being arrested in Florida is an unpleasant experience you won’t soon forget. Although an arrest does not automatically mean you are guilty of a crime, arrest records are public and may be discovered on the internet by your friends, family members, or employers. What can make matters worse is having your arrest photos posted online…
Domestic violence victims are the target of many types of abuse from their significant others. In a relationship suffering from abuse, emotional abuse almost always surfaces much earlier than physical violence. At first, it may be challenging to identify emotional abuse, and many victims may not even realize it is a form of abuse at…
After a DUI arrest, there may be hundreds of dreadful thoughts running through your mind. “What happens next? Will I lose my job? Can I still drive my car? What will my family and friends think if they find out about this? Can I avoid going to jail?” These and many more questions will be…
The United States continues to have one of the highest incarceration rates globally. As of 2023, there are approximately 2 million individuals behind bars, accounting for about 20% of the world’s prison population despite the U.S. making up only 4% of the global population. While American citizens are constitutionally entitled to a fair trial, studies…
Domestic violence includes charges of domestic assault and battery, common offenses that present prosecutors with a challenge. In a domestic violence case, there are usually only two witnesses––the alleged offender and the alleged victim––who may recall the events that took place before the police arrived. In these situations, it is a given that these parties…
