Category Archives: Criminal Law Explained
Guide to Understanding Illegal Search and Seizure Laws
Both the US Bill of Rights and Florida Declaration of Rights provide you with constitutional protections against illegal search and seizure. These provisions are central to criminal law, and may arise in almost any type of encounter with police. Still, though the language may seem simple and straightforward, the relevant concepts are extremely complex…. Read More »
Florida’s Schedule of Controlled Substances: Overview and Examples
Like other US states, violations of Florida’s drug laws are based upon the type and amount of drug, and the criminal activity associated with it. Possession, sale, production, and trafficking are all unlawful for most drugs; the nature of the punishment for a conviction depends on where the drug falls within Florida’s schedule of… Read More »
Classification of Internet Crimes in Florida
You may have noticed an increase in the number of arrests and convictions for internet offenses, both in Florida and across the US. What you may not realize is that the term “internet crimes” encompasses a wider range of activities than you would expect. The list of the specific Computer-Related Crimes in Florida is… Read More »
Police Body Cam Footage as Evidence in a Florida Criminal Case
Law enforcement departments in Fort Lauderdale and throughout Florida are increasing their use of body cameras for two primary reasons: To provide the criminal court system with more accurate evidence regarding the interactions between officers and individuals they detain as part of a stop or investigation; and, To heighten accountability, as many departments come… Read More »
Chronology of a Florida DUI Case
If you were arrested for violating Florida’s drunk driving laws, there is a long way to go through the process of actually being convicted for DUI. The proceedings are quite complex, so it can be a challenge to understand the timeline and rules that apply at different stages. Unless you have a legal background,… Read More »
Top 5 Reasons You May Get Pulled Over for a DUI in Florida
You are already aware that the best way to avoid an arrest for drunk driving in Florida is to not get behind the wheel after consuming alcohol. However, it is also helpful to understand the reasons police may pull you over, so you will not expose yourself to the risk of getting charged with… Read More »
Statutes of Limitations in Florida Criminal Cases
You may hear the term “statute of limitations” in connection with Florida criminal cases, but may not give much thought to what it means. In many situations, a person is arrested for a crime at the scene or within a short amount of time later. Florida’s statute of limitations is so far off that… Read More »
Your Rights When Police Ask To Search Your Car
Maybe you were driving a few miles over the speed limit, or you failed to come to a complete stop at a traffic sign. You could have strayed slightly over the center line of the highway. However minor the reason may be for Fort Lauderdale police to pull you over, you are now involved… Read More »
Levels Of Proof In The Florida Criminal Process
From watching TV and movies, you probably know that a prosecuting attorney must prove you guilty “beyond a reasonable doubt” to secure a conviction in a criminal case. However, you may not fully comprehend what this standard means and how it differs from other levels of proof in the criminal process. The Florida Supreme… Read More »
Overview Of Florida’s Public Intoxication Laws
It is common knowledge that driving while intoxicated is against the law, carrying significant criminal penalties and implications for your driving privileges if you are convicted. However, you may not know that other conduct involving alcohol may constitute a criminal offense in Florida. The Sunshine State has passed legislation that criminalizes public intoxication, and… Read More »