Petit theft is a misdemeanor. Grand theft is a felony. The difference between a misdemeanor and a felony is the value of the property. The felony theft threshold is $750.00 What Is a Theft Threshold? A theft threshold is the value of property stolen that increases the offense from a
We’ve all heard the term, “throw yourself on the mercy of the court.” What that saying is referring to are mitigating factors that the defense would present at the time of trial to support leniency in sentencing. In the 1978 decision in the case of Lockett v. Ohio, the judge
Whether you’re a die-hard true crime fan or have only seen a few episodes of Law and Order, the following phrase is one you’re probably very familiar with: ‘You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law’.
Have You or a Loved One Been Arrested for DUI? Under Florida law, driving under the influence of alcoholic beverages, chemical substances, or controlled substances, is one offense, proved by impairment of normal faculties or unlawful blood alcohol or breath alcohol level of .08 or above. What Are the Penalties
There is a Misdemeanor Pretrial Intervention Program (MIP). The court shall dismiss the charges upon finding that the defendant has successfully completed the pretrial intervention program. In Florida, the Pretrial Intervention Programs are provided through Sections 948.08 and 948.16, Florida Statutes. Misdemeanor Pretrial Substance Abuse Intervention Program A person who
Occasionally, the state oversteps the line between a legal conviction and an illegal conviction. Sometimes the state or its agents: create a crime obtain statements or physical evidence illegally improperly stop a vehicle and obtain evidence based on that improper stop fail to obtain a search warrant or obtain an
Here are the basic court procedures surrounding your trial proceedings, including what to wear, how early to come to the courthouse, and what type of participation will be expected of you when in front of the judge.
If you are facing criminal charges, you probably want to put them behind you as soon as possible. Many of our clients just want to move forward with life, and we completely understand that. If you are wondering when your criminal case process will come to an end, you are
If you or a loved one is under investigation or have been arrested for fraud or financial crime you may need to hire an experienced criminal defense attorney. Fraud and financial crimes are a form of theft that occurs when a person takes money or property with the intent to
The term “scheme to defraud” is defined as an ongoing course of conduct with intent to defraud one or more persons. When charged as an organized scheme to defraud, multiple acts become lesser included offenses, For example, if someone tricks several people into purchasing a bicycle when there is no
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