What is Mens Rea? Mens Rea is the mental element of an individual’s intent to commit a crime. It can also be expressed as the knowledge that a particular act would result in a crime being committed. Why is Mens Rea significant if I have been accused of a crime?…
The United States Supreme Court handed down a decision that has been historic in a case entitled the Miranda v. Arizona, in 1966. Essentially, four cases made it to the United States Supreme Court with similar issues. All cases involved interrogation by police in a closed room where the putative…
When Should You File a Post Conviction Relief Motion in Florida? A motion for post conviction relief is a motion that is filed after an individual is convicted of a crime where the court is being asked to relieve a person from their conviction. The following grounds may be used…
Burglary in Florida is defined as entering a dwelling, structure, or a conveyance with the intent to commit an offense therein, unless the premises are at the time open to the public or the defendant is licensed or invited to enter. F.S. § 810.02(2) indicates that burglary is a felony…
According to nbcnews.com, popular 1990s Rapper Vanilla Ice was arrested for burglary in Florida. As a child, I was a fan of Vanilla Ice, whose real name is Robert Matthew Van Winkle. Vanilla Ice is no longer captivating audiences with lyrics; most recently he has been the subject of a…
A recent incident has come to my attention involving a couple of young men and it has struck my curiosity. I want to let parents and children alike know that sometimes seemingly trivial acts can have disastrous effects on your future if not handled properly by a Jacksonville Criminal Attorney.…
Local Restaurant was destroyed by Fire this morning and the investigation into the cause is still underway. Wasabi Buffet located in Jacksonville’s historic Five Point Area. Besides the damage to Wasabi, three other businesses were also damaged (Firehouse Subs, Hot Wok, and a laundry). The fire was reported at approximately…
Jacksonville residents and people elsewhere have heard of cases of “peeping toms” and those who look into your home from near or a far. But many do not know that videotaping another, or simply walking in on another can constitute a Jacksonville Voyeurism Criminal Offense. Furthermore, a misunderstanding as to…
As a Jacksonville Criminal Lawyer, I was asked by Jacksonville First Coast News to comment on a Mandarin “peeping tom” case. After being informed of the Jacksonville “Peeping Tom” conduct and the Mandarin Families Frightened By the Peeping Tom, I determined that the suspect may be charged with a variety…