Orlando Criminal Defense Law Blog
3 internet crimes punishable by Florida law
As technology continues to improve at nearly exponential rates, the havoc someone can wreak can be detrimental to both a business and its customers. Florida takes cybercrimes very seriously and has developed laws for handling individuals or groups who violate them....
Understanding what insurance fraud looks like
Insurance can prove just as frustrating as it is useful for residents of Orlando. With the amount some spend on premiums, some policyholders may feel tempted to commit even minor insurance fraud. Pennsylvania Insurance Fraud Prevention Authority provides examples of...
The consequences of cyberbullying in Florida
As a parent, you know how tough it can be to raise good kids. Unlike your parents, though, you have to parent in an increasingly technological world. In fact, according to the Pew Research Center, 95% of American teenagers have direct access to a smartphone. Of these,...
Domestic assault charges and your career
Domestic assault charges can turn one's life upside down in so many ways, and our law firm has seen firsthand how disruptive these allegations can be. People may be unable to maintain a healthy relationship with their kids as a result of a domestic violence case, and...
Advocates disappointed in Florida criminal justice reforms
During the 2019 legislative session, Florida passed a number of criminal justice reforms that took effect during the first week of October. However, reform advocates call the bill a disappointment overall, even though the reforms exceed any made to the state's justice...
When assault allegations arise unexpectedly
Some people are not surprised when they are charged with assault, whether they initiated a fight with another person and the entire incident was caught on camera or they were confronted by a law enforcement official during an altercation. However, others may be...
What to know about facing drug trafficking charges
Drug trafficking is a serious offense that carries heavy penalties at both the state and federal level. However, not everyone realizes that simply possessing large, or even small, amounts of a controlled substance may be enough for the government to charge individuals...
Differences in facing manslaughter and murder charges significant
Florida residents and visitors should understand how the law works when it comes to dealing with the unlawful death of someone else. The law draws a bold line between manslaughter and murder. While both charges are the result of unfortunate death, the implications and...
Be careful to not commit accidental tax fraud
Even though tax season comes every year, it is usually always met with groans across Florida. Some taxpayers want to get the process over with as quickly as possible, which can lead to mistakes. GOBankingRates describes how a person can commit tax fraud out of...
Sex offender registration may not be fair in Florida
At first glance, having a sex offender registry in Florida may seem like a good idea. In fact, since 1994, the federal government has required every state to have a registry, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures. States have considerable...
