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Category: Criminal Defense

2023 Spring Break Arrests in Florida

March 20, 2023 Criminal Defense

As winter thaws into spring, college and high school students receive a week of vacation known as Spring Break. In Florida, Spring Break is an extremely popular holiday for young adults to flock to the beach for an extended stay of sun and partying. While the break is meant to be a stress-free week of fun, it is far too …

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Miami Beach Doctor Arrested for Human Trafficking

March 16, 2023 Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes

In criminal cases involving minors, the consequences of a conviction can be extremely harsh. This is especially true for alleged sex crimes against children. In one recent Florida case, a Miami Beach doctor has been charged with human trafficking—along with several other charges—for soliciting teenage girls for sex. This page will provide the details from the case, along with helpful …

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Woman’s Fight to Challenge Two-Strikes Law to Free her Fiancé from Life Imprisonment

March 15, 2023 Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes

Florida is known for its harsh sentencing under the Prison Releasee Reoffender Act, which is also referred to as the “Two Strikes” law. Under the legislation, any person who reoffends with a specified crime within three years of release may be sentenced to the harshest of penalties for such offense. However, one woman is determined to change the law to …

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Broward County Man Arrested for Possession of Over 100 Sexual Abuse Content of Children

March 15, 2023 Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes

A South Florida man has been arrested in connection with over 100 depictions of CSAM found on his digital device. The arrest came after months of investigating on behalf of the ICAC, SWAT, and BSO. This article will provide the case details, Florida’s charges and penalties for child pornography charges, and helpful resources. What was the Case? Dylan Kenyon-Jones, 28, …

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Broward County Man Faces Charges for Sexual Cyberharassment

March 15, 2023 Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Sex Crimes, Social Media

Sexual cyberharassment, or “revenge porn,” is the act of sharing or distributing sexually explicit images or videos of another person without their consent. This may occur if the person wants to embarrass, humiliate, or harm the depicted person. In Florida, revenge porn is an unlawful act, and can result in criminal charges. Violations of Florida law can result in criminal …

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Proposed Bill to Prohibit Depositions in Certain Criminal Cases

March 14, 2023 Criminal Defense, News & Announcements

A new bill has been introduced to the Florida Legislation regarding the prohibition of deposition in certain criminal cases. Depositions are used as a way to gather information prior to trial. The bill has resulted in mixed responses. This article will explain the importance of depositions, cover the details of SB 1208, and provide responses to the proposed law. What …

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Federal Appeals Court Upholds Florida Law for Age-Restricting Gun Law

March 14, 2023 Criminal Defense, News & Announcements

Although Florida is considered a relatively lenient state when it comes to purchasing and owning a gun, there has been much debate over the bill passed in 2018. Under SB 7026, it became illegal for any person under 21 to legally purchase a firearm. Despite challenges from the NRA, the 11th Circuit Court has just upheld the ruling. This article …

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Tallahassee Man Included in Arrests Made During GA “Operation Threat Level Midnight”

March 11, 2023 Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes

Several people in Georgia and Florida have been arrested after a sting operation targeted them as online child predators. This article will provide information from the sting operation, along with relative details on charges for child pornography possession in Florida. What is a Sting Operation? Law enforcement often conducts sting operations to apprehend suspects who possess or distribute child pornography …

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Miami Beach Police Found Guilty of Excessive Use of Force on Tourist

March 11, 2023 Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes

Getting into an encounter with the police is already a heightened situation. Circumstances where officers use force while apprehending a suspect often raise questions about the rights and ethics regarding the scenario. While law enforcement is given the right to use force in certain situations, at what point is it too far? In one recent case in Miami, several police …

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