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Why Hire a Federal Criminal Defenses Attorney?

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Every person accused of a crime is entitled to due process of law and a fair and impartial resolution of the charges. The procedure is very complex. An experienced federal criminal defense lawyer can guide you through the process, protect your rights, and get the best resolution possible. Am I Entitled to Release on Personal […]

What Is a Violation of Probation?

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If you or a loved one have been accused of violating probation you may be able to get the matter resolved without more jail time. A violation of probation occurs when a probationer willfully and substantially fails to comply with the terms and conditions of his or her probation. Has the Coronavirus and the Courthouse […]

What Are Internet and Cyber Crimes?

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Internet or cyber crimes may threaten a person or national security. Issues surrounding these types of crimes have become high-profile, particularly those surrounding hacking, copyright infringement, sextortion, child pornography, and child grooming. There are also problems of privacy when confidential information is intercepted or disclosed, lawfully or otherwise. Internationally, cyber crimes may include espionage, financial […]

What Is a Brady Violation?

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If you have been arrested you are entitled to evidence favorable to your defense! You are entitled to any evidence that is favorable and material either to your guilt or punishment. A Brady violation occurs when the government fails to disclose evidence materially favorable to the accused. Such evidence is material if there is a […]

Have Domestic Violence Calls Increased Because of the Coronavirus Lockdown?

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Yes, domestic violence calls are increasing and the coronavirus is likely to blame. Experts worry that social distancing and stay-at-home-orders are making domestic violence worse. COVID-19 and social distancing have changed the playing field. People are staying at home and boredom, stress and alcohol are playing huge factors in the increase of domestic violence during […]

What Are the Penalties for a Violation of Probation in Florida

There are currently more than 164,000 people on probation in the state of Florida. Probation is considered a privilege and is a supervisory period that acts as an alternative to jail or prison time. For many offenders, probation is seen as an opportunity to reintegrate back into society and prove that they have turned their […]

What You Need to Know About Florida’s Youthful Offender Act

When young people enter the prison system, there has always been hope that they will eventually be rehabilitated. This line of thinking it was led to Florida’s 1978 Youthful Offender Act. The goal of this statue is to provide young adults with a better chance at successful re-entry into society by offering additional sentencing options […]

Es El Abuso De Drogas Y La Adicción Realmente Un Delito?

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Si ha sido arrestado por un delito relacionado con drogas, puede ser elegible para recibir ayuda en lugar de ese encarcelamiento. Algunos tribunales han comenzado a darse cuenta de que la delincuencia no siempre es el problema, a menudo es un síntoma del problema real, el abuso de drogas y la adicción. Cada condado de […]

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