November 24, 2017
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Instagram Model Gets a DUI in Florida
DUI charges and convictions are all too common in Florida. Such was the case for a south Florida Instagram model who calls herself the “Cuban Kim Kardashian.” Katherine Ferreiro, 25, was arrested for drunk driving several days ago as she was leaving a popular Florida nightclub.
Allegedly, Ferreiro was initially stopped by police for running a [...]

Can a Probation Violation Be Dismissed?
Following a misdemeanor or felony conviction, a Florida judge may impose probation instead of—or in addition to—incarceration in a county jail or state prison. However, a probation sentence requires the offender to comply fully with all of the terms of the probation. These conditions usually include some or all of the following:
Mandatory re [...]
November 22, 2017
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Can a DUI be a Felony in Florida?
DUIs in Florida may be prosecuted as either felony or as misdemeanors, depending on many factors, such as the person’s history of DUI and whether anyone was injured or killed. Generally speaking, felonies are punishable by more than one year in prison, and misdemeanors are punishable by up to one year of incarceration, plus fines and other penalt [...]
November 20, 2017
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Can an Assault Conviction be Expunged?
Unfortunately, a criminal record can have a serious impact on your ability to find a job, find a decent place to live, or gain admission to the college or university of your choice. In some cases, however, depending upon the nature and circumstances of the offense, you may be eligible to seal or expunge a criminal record in Florida. To seal or expu [...]
November 17, 2017
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Do You Have to Provide a Breath Sample During a ‘Driving Under the Influence’ Stop?
In the State of Florida, it is illegal to operate a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08% or higher. Breathalyzer test results are often the most important piece of evidence for a Florida prosecutor to have at her disposal during a criminal trial or during plea bargain negotiations.
Under Florida law, you are required to take a [...]
November 15, 2017
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The Juice is (Almost) Loose: Parole and Probation Violations
On July 20th of this year, one of the most noted parole hearings in recent memory resulted in former NFL-player and actor O.J. Simpson winning his case for freedom. O.J., who was convicted of armed robbery, kidnapping, and assault with a deadly weapon, served the minimum amount of his 33-year sentence and could be released as early as October 2017. [...]
November 13, 2017
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A Fourth Amendment Primer: What Florida Residents Should Know About Their Constitutional Rights
The United States Constitution gives us inalienable rights and legal protections that are taken very seriously in the U.S. legal system. One of the most common constitutional amendments to affect criminal defendants is the Fourth Amendment. The Fourth Amendment reads:
"The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effe [...]
November 10, 2017
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Don’t Do What this Guy Did: What to Do When You Get Pulled Over for Driving Under the Influence
Driving under the influence of alcohol is a serious crime that can land you in a great deal of legal trouble. Not only is it a crime, but it also places you and anyone else in your vehicle at risk of serious injury. Worst of all, drunk driving can potentially harm completely innocent pedestrians or occupants of other vehicles. Naturally, the easies [...]
November 8, 2017
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All About House Arrest: Looking at Florida’s Community Control Program
When you hear the words “house arrest,” what comes to mind? You may first think of a colloquial use of the term, meaning to ground an unruly teenager. Alternately, images of Lindsay Lohan or Bernie Madoff may come to mind, celebrities who were given a proverbial slap on the wrist by the courts because of their status. These ideas, however, don� [...]
November 6, 2017
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Voting Rights for Felons Are Up for Debate in Florida
It is your right as an American to vote, right? Well, once you are a convicted felon, that can be debatable. If you have committed a crime and served your time, then you should be able to vote; that is the way many Americans see the issue. Why should this burden follow you for eternity? It is almost as if your past is on your shoulder all the time. [...]
November 3, 2017
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