The problem with forensics
When you’re facing criminal charges, there is nothing worse than being falsely accused or held responsible for something based on bad evidence. Forensic science is often touted as if it’s infallible,...
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View ArticleWhat is a “target of interest” letter and how worried should I be?
Realizing that you just received a letter from a United States Attorney’s Office may make your heart sink. After all, any communication from a federal prosecutor is indicative of a potentially serious...
View ArticleHow courts assess the credibility of confidential informants
Police officers, federal investigators and prosecutors rely on many different sources of evidence to build a successful criminal case. The strongest cases have a variety of evidence tying someone to...
View ArticleWhat are the benefits of accepting a plea bargain?
If you’ve been charged with a crime, you have a right to your day in court. If you’re innocent of the charges you’re facing, you may overcome your situation by presenting a strong defense. What if you...
View ArticleWhat are the 4 principles of criminal sentencing?
Unfavorable criminal proceedings do not end with a guilty plea or conviction. Sentencing, or the imposition of criminal penalties, will follow someone entering a guilty plea or the courts convicting an...
View ArticleWhat are sentencing departures and when do they happen
The criminal statutes in Florida make certain behaviors illegal and impose a range of potential penalties should someone plead guilty or be convicted of wrongdoing as defined by those statutes. Many...
View ArticleWhat’s the problem with eyewitnesses in criminal cases?
Eyewitness testimony has long been regarded as a powerful tool in criminal investigations. It can sway juries, convict the guilty and exonerate the innocent. However, this seemingly powerful piece of...
View ArticleWill I lose my job if I get a DUI?
Driving under the influence (DUI) charges are some of the most common criminal infractions in Florida. People get arrested for impaired driving every day. Often, these are victimless offenses. The...
View ArticleAre drunk-driving checkpoints legal in Florida?
There are many ways for police officers in Florida to enforce driving under the influence (DUI) statutes. Frequently, police officers engage in targeted traffic stops. They monitor the behavior of an...
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