Murder/Manslaughter

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...

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,...

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...

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...

Florida's State Attorney Andrew Warren announced that a 15-year old boy who shot and killed another teenager in the home of a Tampa-based police officer in December will be charged with manslaughter.  Four teens were present for the shooting, which occurred after the...

Florida and federal law recognize several types of homicide, which range from first-degree murder to voluntary and involuntary manslaughter. While the end result of each type of crime is the same — the untimely death of one individual at the hands of another — the...

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...