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Criminal cases can involve complicated evidence that is difficult for judges, jurors, and defendants to understand without specialized knowledge. DNA testing, medical evidence, chemical testing, financial records, fingerprints, ballistics, and mental health...
If you have been charged with a crime in Tampa, Florida, you may eventually be presented with a plea deal. A plea agreement can offer a way to resolve a criminal case without going to trial, but accepting one is a significant decision. Before agreeing to a plea deal,...
Being pulled over on suspicion of driving under the influence can be stressful and intimidating. What you say and do during a DUI traffic stop may also have important consequences for what happens next. Whether you have been drinking or not, knowing how to respond to...
When you are facing criminal charges or believe you may be under investigation, deciding what to say—and who to say it to—can have a major impact on your situation. Most people understand that conversations with a criminal defense attorney are generally confidential....
If you are facing criminal charges in Tampa, Florida, you may have heard the term “double jeopardy.” Most people understand the basic idea: the government generally cannot keep prosecuting someone for the same crime after the case has already been resolved. However,...
When a person faces criminal charges in Tampa, the case does not always end with a traditional conviction, dismissal, or not-guilty verdict. Florida courts may sometimes use an alternative outcome known as a withhold of adjudication, also called adjudication withheld....
When someone has committed violence against you, threatened you, or engaged in stalking or other dangerous behavior, a Florida restraining order may provide important legal protection. In Florida, a restraining order is formally known as an “injunction for...
Being arrested in Tampa can be frightening and confusing, especially when you do not know how long you may remain in jail. One of the first questions defendants and their families often ask is whether the accused person can be released before the criminal case is...
If you have been charged with a crime in Florida, there is a strong possibility that the prosecutor may offer a plea deal at some point in your case. A plea deal, sometimes called a plea agreement or plea offer, is a proposed resolution that allows a criminal case to...
If you have been arrested or charged with a crime, one of your biggest concerns is likely who will find out about your case. Many people hesitate to be completely honest with their attorney because they fear that embarrassing or damaging information could be shared...
