Why is being on probation more dangerous than you think?
When facing potential jail time, most defendants prefer to be placed on probation instead of going to jail. Probation comes with many stipulations that many defendants fail to consider. Before accepting an offer of probation, consider the following: Florida Statute...
Can You Lose Your License for Leaving the Scene of an Accident?
Under Florida law, it is a criminal offense for leaving the scene of an accident. Florida Statute 316.061 states that leaving the scene of an accident, also known as a “hit and run,” occurs when the driver of the vehicle involved in a crash resulting in damage to...
Real Life Criminal Court vs. TV Court
The courtroom dramas you see on television are fictionalized versions of what actually happens in real-life criminal court. On TV, it seems as though every criminal case goes to trial, and the defense and prosecution must present their cases in front of a jury....
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