What is the criminal court procedure in Florida
Jul 08, 2018
The criminal court procedure normally starts off with first appearance, where an arrestee is advised of their rights, bail set, probable cause is determined. Then it moves on to the next stage, which ...
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What is statutory rape
Jun 15, 2018
Statutory rape is consensual sex with a minor. A minor in Florida is an individual under the age of 18. Even if that individual consents to the sexual intercourse, you may still be charged with statut...
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What is sexual battery
Jun 15, 2018
Sexual battery is akin to groping. Touching another individual's buttocks, breasts or private area, above the clothes, under the clothes, constitutes sexual battery in Florida....
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What is Robbery
Jun 15, 2018
Robbery is a theft that involves violence or the threat of violence, such as armed robbery, purse snatching. Those types of crime are robberies. If you're charged with robbery, you need to contact an ...
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What is drug diversion
Jun 15, 2018
Drug diversion is a program used mostly in the circuit courts. It gives an individuals who seriously has a drug problem the opportunity to go through treatment and once treatment is completed they hav...
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What is the difference between a misdemeanor charge and felony charge
Jun 15, 2018
The difference between a misdemeanor and felony charge is the amount of time that you're subject to if convicted. A misdemeanor in the state of Florida is punishable by up to 12 months in county jail....
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What is the difference between an assault and battery
Jun 15, 2018
The difference between assault and battery is assault is a threat do do harm, a battery is doing that harm. The touching of another individual, no matter how slight, if unwanted, is a battery. If you'...
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When do the police have to read me my rights in Florida
Jun 15, 2018
Law enforcement has to advise an individual of their rights when they're in custody, and the statements they take are intended to be used in court. If an individual is not in custody and law enforceme...
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Why can a individuals be charged with drug dealing when the drugs where for personal consumption
Jun 15, 2018
Even if the drugs are for personal consumption, depending on the weight of the drugs, the type of drugs, and any other paraphernalia that may be in your possession or control, the police can charge yo...
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Why should I hire a criminal defense attorney
Jun 15, 2018
You should hire a criminal defense attorney because that attorney is experienced in that field of law. Beyond that, that attorney will walk you through the entire criminal process, stand by you, advoc...
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