While entering a convenience store parking lot, you accidentally bump another car while pulling into a parking space. There is no one in the car. You go in side the store and ask around to find the car’s owner. However, you strike out. The owner is nowhere around. What do…
According to nbcnews.com, a Florida man is currently being investigated for possible animal cruelty charges after he was shot in the wrist… by a puppy. It sounds unbelievable, but apparently it happened, and there are no charges pending against the puppy, and rightfully so. Jerry Allen Bradford set out to shoot…
Jacksonville criminal defense lawyers know that ordinary people can find themselves on the wrong side of the law easily. Yes—even people who are not thought of as troublemakers. A fraternity in New York has come under fire for a hazing that resulted in the death of a pledge. Chun Michael…
States, including Florida, often pass laws to protect children. Statutory rape laws are intended to protect children from being victims of sexual advances by older people. Florida Statute 794.05, entitled Unlawful Sexual Activity with Certain Minors, makes it a felony for any person 24 years old or older to have…
In general, a warrantless search at a person’s home will be considered unreasonable, unless one of five exceptions to the warrant requirement is met. Evidence gained as a result of illegal searches can be suppressed by the trial court in a case. Grounds for the issuance of a search warrant…
If you are a gun owner with thoughts of protecting yourself and/or your family, getting a concealed carry permit is an important task for you. As a Jacksonville criminal defense lawyer and Florida gun rights lawyer, I can tell you that any situation where a gun is involved is one…
I recently read article entitled, “20 Celebrities You Never Knew Had Criminal Records.” According to vh1.com, stars from Tim Allen to Will Smith have arrest records. Al Pacino, was once arrested for suspicion of robbery. Pacino and a friend were arrested after police came across the pair sitting in…
As a Jacksonville criminal lawyer, I have had many conversations with people who believe they may end up having a warrant issued for their arrest. Sometimes, this conversation comes after law enforcement has completed an investigation; and other times this conversation happens during an active investigation. Either way, contacting a…
Violation of injunction for protection against domestic violence is a crime under Florida statute 731.32(4)(a). For some, it seems ridiculous that an act as harmless as sending flowers or a text message could result in a person being arrested. However, this is the reality under Florida law, if there has…
The second amendment is a staple in American constitutional law. Gun rights lawyers and other second amendment advocates quote and cite it often. After America fought and won its independence, our founding fathers knew that an armed militia was important to the survival of the new nation. Nevertheless, there are…