10 Tips for Successfully Completing Probation
#1. BE AWARE OF THE PROSECUTOR’S HIDDEN AGENDA AND DON’T FALL VICTIM TO IT Often, the state finds it easier to convict a person on a probation violation than the original charge. Therefore, the state attorney may agree to a reduced sentence that includes probation rather than going to trial. For example, a defendant (let’s […]
Have You Been Accused of DUI Manslaughter?
DUI manslaughter under Florida law occurs when someone operates a motor vehicle is guilty of DUI (driving under the influence) as defined in Florida Statutes Section 6.193(1) and who, as a result of operating a motor vehicle under the influence causes or contributes the death of any human being or unborn viable fetus. Why should […]
Did You Know that Leaving the Scene of an Accident is a Crime?
Leaving the scene of a crash is a criminal offense. The severity of the criminal charges that a hit and run driver faces will depend on the severity of the crash, the damage caused, and the extent of injuries, or death as a result of the crash. If you have been involved in an accident […]
What is a Violation of Probation?
Probation is possible in a criminal sentence phase of a case. Sometimes, probation is instead of or in conjunction with a jail or prison sentence. The terms of probation include specific rules that you have to follow as part of your probation and you need to strictly adhere to those rules to successfully complete probation. […]
What to Do If You Are Wrongfully Accused of Identity Theft?
Identity theft has increased at least ten-fold over the past 10 – 15 years. We take safety precautions but still, identity theft runs rampant. People steal the identities of others intentionally for the purpose of taking advantage of their credit and financial resources by using social security numbers and other personal information that confirms their […]
What Do I Do If I Get Arrested?
If you get arrested, there are a number of things you should not do. Never speak to a law enforcement officer without speaking to your attorneys first, and, ask for your attorney immediately. Never waive your right to remain silent. After you are arrested, it is important that you protect your rights. It is your right to remain silent […]
