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If You Were Arrested for DUI
A DUI arrest triggers immediate license consequences and potential jail time. Understanding your rights and the investigation process is critical.
Florida's New DUI Refusal Law (2025)
Criminal penalties now apply for refusing chemical tests.
It's Legal to Refuse Field Sobriety Tests
Know your rights during a traffic stop.
Challenging the HGN Eye Test
The science behind this test has serious limitations.
Kicked From Diversion for a Honey Bun
False positives can threaten your diversion status.
If You Were Arrested for Domestic Violence
DV arrests in Florida come with mandatory jail holds and no-contact orders. Understanding what happens next is essential for protecting your family and your future.
No-Bond Holds & Pretrial Release
What happens in the first 24 hours after arrest.
When the Victim Won't Testify
Prosecution strategies when the alleged victim won't cooperate.
Case ResultDV Dismissed: Self-Defense
How mutual combat can lead to dismissal.
Case ResultBattery Dismissed via Body Cam
Video evidence contradicted the alleged victim.
If You're Charged with Theft
Theft charges range from petit theft misdemeanors to grand theft felonies. Many cases involve retail theft notices that arrive months after the alleged incident.
Retail Theft: 5-Year Statute of Limitations
Why charges can come years after the alleged theft.
Case ResultTheft Dismissed: Video Created Doubt
Store video showed evidence of confusion, not intent.
Case ResultBurglary Charge Dismissed
Thanksgiving arrest to complete dismissal.
Case ResultGrand Theft Reduced to Trespass
Felony charge reduced to minor misdemeanor.
If You Have a Weapons Charge
Florida's gun laws include permitless carry, "securely encased" rules, and numerous prohibited-place restrictions. The details matter.
Securely Encased vs. Concealed
The critical distinction for vehicle firearms.
TSA Firearm Carry at Airports
What happens when you bring a gun to the airport.
Case ResultConcealed Carry Charge Dismissed
Securely encased defense leads to dismissal.
Marijuana + Weapons: The Intersection
Federal vs. state law complications.
If You Have a Traffic Charge
Criminal traffic charges like reckless driving, hit and run, and DWLSR carry serious consequences beyond fines and points.
Hit and Run: Corpus Delicti Defense
Why admitting you were the driver isn't always enough.
Speeding Data: Orange County Analysis
Where and when speeding enforcement happens.
Case ResultDWLSR Charge Dismissed
Driving While License Suspended case resolved.
Understanding Reckless Driving
When speeding becomes a criminal offense.
If You Want to Clear Your Record
Florida allows many criminal records to be sealed or expunged. Understanding eligibility requirements and the process can help you move forward.
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