Faced with a sudden threat, fear can take control faster than reason. In a dangerous moment, you do not have time to debate the best response — you act to protect yourself or someone you love. Florida’s Stand Your Ground law recognizes that reality. A recent case in...
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What are common strategies used in appeal cases?
Filing an appeal after the conclusion of a criminal court case isn’t like getting a second trial. Instead, an appeal is a chance to have certain legal issues addressed even though the case has concluded. Not every criminal case will have an element to appeal, so it’s...
Florida has strict mandatory minimum sentences for drug charges
Florida has very strict laws regarding drugs, and it has some of the strictest mandatory minimum sentences for drug convictions. A mandatory minimum sentence means that the court can’t go below the set standard, so that reduces the opportunity for discretion in these...
Florida’s Stand Your Ground law expanded to include animals
Florida's "Stand Your Ground" law, enacted in 2005, allows individuals to use force, including deadly force, to defend themselves without the duty to retreat if they believe they are in imminent danger of death or serious harm. This law applies to situations where a...
What do I need to know about DUI manslaughter charges in Florida?
Imagine driving home after an evening out when suddenly, a tragic accident occurs, and even though you believe you were not impaired, you find yourself facing allegations of DUI manslaughter. In Florida, the consequences of such charges are severe and life-altering....