You do have the right to appeal. However, under Florida law, the issue is fairly straightforward. Because of the new arrest, you were not eligible...

Your son’s chances in a sexual battery case are closely tied to the skill and experience of the attorney handling the defense. Some of these cases...

Florida law sets the age of consent at 18. However, a “close-in-age” exception allows individuals under 24 to engage in consensual sexual activity...

There are a few options that he may be able to pursue, depending on his circumstances. Please review our article on this topic and feel free to...

It is illegal and you should not speak to law enforcement at all or let the officer search your phone without a warrant. Retain an attorney right...

Under the new rules, the state must file charged within 30 days of arrest. If charges are not filed within 30 days, the court, with notice to the...

Unless you are a licensed attorney, you should not be filing motions on your fiancé’s case. The best course of action is to politely escalate the...

Unfortunately, you are out of luck. Even though Minnesota expunged your conviction and removed your registration requirement, Florida does not...

The new speedy trial rule effective July 1, 2025, changes when the 175-day speedy trial clock begins—from the date of arrest to the date formal...

In Florida, the age difference between your daughter and the 21-year-old man is not automatically illegal. Florida law allows individuals who are...