Attempted Murder: The Penalties Can Be As Serious As Those for Murder
Recently, an attempted murder by shooting took place in Fort Lauderdale which left two men suffering from life-threatening injuries. This...
Killing Someone in the Heat of Passion May Not Be Murder
In the state of Florida, if you kill someone, you can be charged with murder. However, murder is an extremely serious offense and,...
How Reliable are Field Sobriety Tests in DUI Cases?
Police officers often use Field Sobriety Tests (FSTs), also known as Field Sobriety Exercises (FSEs), to arrest drivers suspected of DUI,...
A Bar Fight Could Land You in the Hospital… or Jail!
Intentionally starting a bar fight is rare, but you might find yourself in one unexpectedly. Bar staff will likely call the police if a...
Breaking News: Supreme Court to Deliberate on Landmark Social Media Content Moderation Laws • Albert Quirantes, Esq.
👩⚖️ The Supreme Court is set to hear pivotal cases this Monday, spotlighting the intricate balance between government and social media...
Sex Trafficking of a Minor in Florida and Project Safe Childhood
Sex trafficking is a serious offense in Florida. If you are being investigated or have been charged and are awaiting trial, you should...
Wrongful Arrest for Arranging a Meeting With a Minor for Sex Using a Computer
The internet has opened up a can of worms when it comes to some types of crime. Communication with a minor could be misinterpreted as an arr
Were You Stopped by a Police Officer for a Cracked Windshield?
If you were stopped by a police officer because he/ she said that there was a visible crack in your vehicle’s windshield, the stop may have
Probable Cause Needed for License Check Stops
Drivers often ask whether it is legal for police officers to stop them on whim and check their driver’s licenses. The answer is that like al
Double Jeopardy in Florida
The movies often use the phrase ‘double jeopardy’ to get the audience more involved in the plot. This in the end often baffles the viewers a
