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...
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Month: August 2020
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...