Orlando Criminal Defense Law Blog
Defining “fraud”
People in Florida hear the word "fraud" and might immediately assume it to be a well-defined offense that whomever accused of it may have no justification for. Yet that may not always be the case. Indeed, even defining what constitutes fraud can be extremely...
3 FAQs about facing tax fraud charges
The U.S. Internal Revenue Service is responsible for both collecting taxes and investigating potential attempts by individuals or businesses to avoid paying their lawful share. When taxpayers fail to provide full and accurate information about their finances or fail...
Does Florida’s sex offender registry program limit housing options?
If you or someone you know has been accused of a sexual crime in Florida, you may find it helpful to learn about the state's laws and potential penalties for these types of crimes. The outcome of a case involving these offenses may impact different areas of a person's...
Reckless driving and vehicular manslaughter charges in Florida
As we previously discussed in this blog, one element of the crime of vehicular manslaughter in Florida is reckless driving. The prosecution must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant was driving "in a reckless manner" before the fatal accident. In this...
What is capital sexual battery?
When distinguishing between types of sexual crimes, it can help to have greater knowledge of Florida law regarding each one. This term shares many similarities with sexual assault or battery, but still has a few key differences. Definition and background According...
What are the penalties for heroin and oxycodone trafficking?
In Florida, the legal definition of trafficking is the knowing sale, purchase, manufacture, or delivery of an illegal drug as defined in the statute. Any person who is in knowing possession of a certain amount of illegal drugs can get charged with trafficking, even if...
How do drug trafficking penalties differ based on the drug?
Florida statutes define drug trafficking as selling, buying, manufacturing, delivering, transporting, or possessing a controlled substance over a certain amount. Penalties vary based on the illicit substance, as well as how much of it you have in your possession at...
Elements required for prosecuting an embezzlement case
In Florida, individuals convicted of embezzlement pay penalties according to the state’s theft laws. This means that your punishment is commensurate to the value of the property taken. If convicted of embezzlement, you can face steep fines and jail time, irrevocably...
Penalties for bribery in sports
Bribery in sports is not a new phenomenon. Because of the prevalence of this issue, state and federal governments have their own laws regarding the crime. Bribery in-and-of-itself is a serious offense that warrants up to 15 years in prison and tens of thousands of...
Florida’s Romeo and Juliet law
In a sexual situation involving a couple where one person is 16 and the other is 18, there could be serious legal trouble for the 18-year-old. Even if both parties consented, a parent may get into the situation because minors do not have the ability to give consent....
