Orlando Criminal Defense Law Blog
The basics of second-degree murder
There are several different types of murder charges. Defendants may wonder what a second-degree murder charge means and how it might affect their lives. Florida court systems usually categorize murders based on a person's intent. According to FindLaw, second-degree...
Vehicular homicide explained
Anyone facing a charge of vehicular homicide should understand how the law defines the crime and know what to expect when building a defense. In general, this charge is for causing the death of another person in a car accident. According to the Florida Statutes,...
Do white collar defendants receive lighter sentences?
White-collar crime holds serious consequences in the United States. If you face federal charges for white-collar crimes, you may have heard that defendants often receive reduced sentences. This is a common misconception that white-collar offenders have it easy in the...
What is the difference between manslaughter and murder?
Both manslaughter and murder involve the death of another person in Florida. However, there are many differences between the two charges. Those differences can have a profound effect on life after conviction. Element of intent Encyclopedia.com states the biggest...
3 federal fraud laws physicians should know
From diagnosing potentially life-threatening conditions to performing complex surgical procedures, physicians often face intense performance expectations. Similarly, medical professionals frequently find themselves facing heightened scrutiny when it comes to potential...
What is the stand your ground law?
You have the right to live in peace and safety in your own home. If someone tries to enter your home without your consent, you also have a right to defend yourself, your home and your family. This right falls under Florida's stand your ground law. According to the...
Giving or getting stock tips may create insider trading risk
Florida residents may not recognize how sharing or receiving a seemingly good stock tip may trigger criminal charges for insider trading. Cornell Law School explains that insider trading may occur when someone trades a company’s stock or other securities on the basis...
What are the restrictions on pseudoephedrine purchases?
Pseudoephedrine is a medication that works as a nasal decongestant. It helps to relieve the symptoms of respiratory allergies, sinusitis and the common cold. It is an over-the-counter drug, not a controlled substance. However, if diverted from its intended users,...
What are the three steps of money laundering?
In Florida, many laws are in place with the intent to crack down on money laundering. This white collar crime comes with potential penalties. They may startle people with how harsh they are. Today, we will take a look at money laundering itself. We will examine what...
What to know about registering as a sex offender
The repercussions of a sex offense conviction or guilty plea may last well after those alleged of committing such crimes otherwise pay their debts to society. In addition to potentially paying fines and serving jail or prison time, people convicted of sexual-related...
