It used to be that nude pictures and sexually explicit videos were almost exclusively found in behind-the-counter magazines, specialty theaters and shops and via pay-per-view cable access. But these days, everyone has a smartphone with a camera, and one recent study found that about 40% of American men and women…
Twin bills in the Florida House and Senate threaten to undercut the due process rights of defendants facing Broward DUI charges. HB 39 and SB 260 would require drivers who refuse to take a breathalyzer to install ignition interlock devices at their own expense – regardless of whether they are…
You’re likely familiar with the phrase “innocent until proven guilty” or “proof beyond a reasonable doubt.” As a Broward criminal defense lawyer can further explain, these both reference the fact that the burden of proof in Florida criminal cases is on the prosecutor. As outlined in the Fifth Amendment to…
Most people don’t give their trash a second thought once they’ve brought it to the curb. However, the contents of that garbage can be life-altering for suspects in criminal cases. As our Broward criminal defense lawyers can explain, so-called “trash pulls” are an increasingly common means for police and prosecutors…
Most folks know that misdemeanors are “minor” offenses (at least in comparison to the more serious felony tier of crimes). However, that doesn’t mean the impact on your life will be minor. In fact, you can face heavy fines, jail time, and reverberating effects in other areas of your life…
Navigating the Florida criminal case process is overwhelming for anyone arrested in the Fort Lauderdale area. Working with a dedicated Broward defense lawyer who knows the law, the local players, and the legal strategy most likely to help you prevail is essential. That said, we do like our clients and…
If you’re searching Broward criminal defense attorneys for hire, you’re likely wondering how much it’s going to cost. You’ve probably heard at least one attorney advertisement with the phrase, “We only get paid if you win.” Important to note: This does NOT apply to criminal defense lawyers – and for…
There is a reason insurance costs double when you add a teen driver to your plan: They’re high risk. Inexperienced, irresponsible and prone to distraction, they’re far more likely to make errors and behind the wheel. They’re three times more likely to cause a fatal crash per mile driven, according…
As a Broward defense attorney, I generally advise people never to talk to police without a lawyer present. This is true whether you’re innocent or not. Even those who don’t believe they are suspected of a crime should use great caution. The Fifth Amendment to the Constitution prevents anyone from…
Assault and battery arrests in Florida may arise from a quickly-evolving altercation, but have the potential for long-term impact on one’s life. These cases may be charged by prosecutors as either misdemeanors or felonies. F.S. 784.03 outlines felony battery in Florida as occurring when a person intentionally and actually touches…