A Look At Orlando Bench Warrants

Orlando can be a very scary place to get in trouble with the law. Whether you are being cited for a civil or criminal charge, many individuals feel like a charge is as good as a conviction in Orlando. That does not need to be the case and we hope that if you are ever in this unfortunate scenario, you remember to give us a call. One question many laypeople often ask attorneys has to do with bench warrants. Whether you were recently arrested as a result of a bench warrant issued in your name or ju
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What’s The Role of an Orlando Jury in a Criminal Case?

Jury—you know those twelve people sitting in the box watching the trial. Whether you have been called for jury duty but never selected or been in a position where a jury is choosing your fate, there are a lot of things about an Orlando jury that you many not know about. Juries play an important role in the Orlando criminal justice system as a whole and are a constitutional right for anyone facing a potential punishment of at least six months’ in jail. To clarify that concept a little more—potent
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Defenses To Orlando Drug Charges

The Orlando criminal justice system can be a very confusing place. Many of you reading this may feel that a drug charge is as good as a conviction in Orlando. Well, that is simply not true. Depending on the circumstances of your case, there may be many viable defenses to help defeat your Orlando drug  charges. Your first place to start is by hiring an Orlando criminal defense attorney that has the experience you need to spot a good defense when you have one. Unfortunately, both felony and misdem
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Jail Alternatives in Orlando: House Arrest

“I don’t like jail, they got the wrong kind of bars in there.” -Charles Bukowski Does anyone like jail? Not really. Whether sentenced to a short period or a very long time in jail for your criminal conviction, jail is an incredibly undesirable place. And mandatory jail time means that you are taken away from work and your family. If you recently gotten into trouble with the law in Orlando, you may be asking yourself…are there alternatives to jail that apply to my case? Whether alternatives apply
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Tips for Avoiding Distracted Driving Mistakes

For many Americans, going anywhere without a cell phone seems out of the question. Talking, texting, surfing the web, the capabilities of many of the smart phones on the market today are really remarkable. Unfortunately, there are times when using your cell phone can pose a danger to yourself and others. In a statement made by the National Safety Council in 2010, approximately 1.6 million crashes every year are the result of a user talking or texting on their cell phone. It should come as no sur
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Why A Reckless Driving Charge is Better Than A DUI In Orlando

A driver is considered to be “reckless” in Orlando when he or she has a willful or wanton disregard for the safety of the property and people around them. With such an encompassing definition, it is easy to see how a lot of driving scenarios in Orlando can leave a driver classified as a reckless driver in the eyes of the law. Because of the possibility for major physical damage, serious bodily injury or death as a result of this disregard while driving, when a driver is found guilty of this char
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A Look at the Difference Between Civil & Criminal Cases In Orange County

 There are so many ways to get in trouble with the law. There are also many reasons why one would go to court without being in trouble. With so many causes of actions and criminal charges in the United States, it is easy to get confused by the classifications of a case. With this in mind, here’s a look at some of the key differences between civil cases and criminal cases in Orange County. Civil Cases Generally speaking, a civil case is a private dispute between individuals and/or companies. A co
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What’s The Difference Between A Sex Offender and A Sexual Predator in Orlando, Florida?

English lawyer Sir William Garrow coined the phrase, innocent until proven guilty to explain the legal presumption that the prosecution bears the burden of proof in any case. In the American criminal justice system, this is not just a phrase but a legal right of the accused. In some cases this right holds true but it is difficult for many in the public and the courts to apply such a thought process to criminal cases involving sex crimes. The state of Florida recognizes two distinct classificatio
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5 Tips on Hiring a Great Criminal Defense Lawyer in Orlando

When you have been arrested or are charged with a criminal offense, you may be overwhelmed by the emotions you are experiencing and the information being thrust at you.  While many criminal defense attorneys and firms specializing in criminal defense exist in and around Orlando, it behooves you to conduct some research before selecting a Orlando Criminal lawyer.  Here are a few things to look for in your prospective lawyer: 1)     Be sure that the attorney possesses Florida Bar Association accre
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How Can a Criminal Lawyer Help You Fight Your Criminal Charge?

If you have been charged with a criminal offense, you may be considering appearing in court in your own self-defense, or hiring an attorney generalist who does not specialize specifically in criminal law.  Before making this decision, consider the beneficial services a certified criminal lawyer can bring to your case. Criminal lawyers are deeply knowledgeable about criminal law, criminal arrest protocol and all the technicalities required to undertake a criminal trial.  Criminal law is an especi
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