September 1, 2017
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The Benefits of Expungement
Records expungements can be extremely beneficial to criminal defendants on many different fronts. A complete records expungement means that a defendant’s criminal record is completely sealed or erased and is not ordinarily visible to the general public. As a result, post-expungement, a criminal defendant will not ordinarily have to report [...]
A Criminal Record Can Limit Your Professional Options
In today’s marketplace, school admission and job placement are extremely difficult and competitive – even for those with excellent credentials. However, a criminal record (particularly a lengthy one) can put a damper on a person’s professional options. Generally speaking, a criminal record can have a very negative impact on a [...]
August 28, 2017
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Benefits of Criminal Record Expungement
Criminal record expungement can be extremely beneficial to a defendant on many different fronts. Criminal record expungement means that a defendant’s criminal record is completely sealed or erased and is not ordinarily visible to the general public. As a result, post-expungement, a defendant will not ordinarily have to report a [...]
February 15, 2017
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Resisting Arrest FAQ
Q.What Qualifies as Resisting Arrest? A. Fleeing from law enforcement, refusal to obey orders, providing false or misleading information, concealing evidence, physically preventing the application of handcuffs, going limp to make an arrest more difficult and any other activity which delays an officer or makes their arrest or investigation more [...]
December 30, 2016
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When Can I Use Lethal Force Against a Trespasser?
There is a lot of discussion around the nation about average citizens using justifiable lethal force against those who seek to do them harm. To many, defending property using lethal force seems excessive, while proponents argue that these laws protect the innocent. The Florida Legislature allows property owners to “stand [...]
December 26, 2015
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What to Do During a Traffic Stop If You Have a Concealed Weapons Permit
Most traffic stops are routine and end without a negative confrontation. It is common for Florida drivers to leave the scene with a mere warning, or at worst, a traffic infraction. More serious traffic stops occur, for example, when an officer catches someone with outstanding arrest warrants and takes them [...]
December 21, 2015
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Sale of Faulty Medical Equipment: Fraud or Medical Malpractice?
If you were treated by a medical professional or organization who used equipment that did not deliver the promised results — or worse, aggravated your condition or suffering — you may be able to file a claim for reasonable compensation. However, one key question helps to define whether the case [...]
November 28, 2015
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Know Your Rights: The Sixth Amendment
Under the Bill of Rights in the United States Constitution, the Sixth Amendment guarantees citizens specific rights should they become criminal defendants. Some of the rights provided in the amendment are well known, such as the right to a speedy and public trial as well as the ability to confront [...]
November 11, 2015
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What to Do if Officers Want to Search My House
Courts recognize and respect the privacy of personal property, which means there are limitations on whether police can search a home. Unless they are responding to an emergency, the police are not allowed to enter a home without a warrant or consent. Yet, despite the protection the law provides, police [...]
November 6, 2015
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