The role a private investigator plays in the building of your criminal defense will vary depending on the nature of the charges brought against you. You can expect a private investigator to help you gather witness statements, assess evidence relevant to your charges, and prevent unnecessary delays in your case. Our board-certified criminal defense lawyers ...
If you’re facing accusations of criminal misconduct, you’ll want to know what the criminal court process looks like for defendants. Our criminal defense attorneys can break this process down so you know what to expect and how you can take advantage of each stage. Our team of board-certified criminal defense attorneys at Fighter Law, such ...
On August 21, 2024, the Third District Court of Appeal dismissed a father’s attempt to challenge a final administrative child support order. The case was initiated by the Department of Revenue on behalf of the mother, with both parents submitting their financial affidavits. However, the court issued the support order without a hearing since the ...
It’s common to see “no trespassing” signs on buildings or poles on privately owned land, warning you to stay off the premises. But what exactly constitutes criminal trespassing? What are the potential legal penalties if you ignore these signs? Trespassing is entering another person’s property without their permission. According to Florida Statute Title XLVI Chapter ...
No one wants to be subject to a criminal investigation, regardless of whether they committed the crime for which they are being investigated. Sometimes people think that they can help themselves or the people they love by hiding certain pieces of potential evidence from law enforcement. Whether that evidence is a muddy pair of shoes ...
When it comes to Civil Injunctions, both parties are entitled to due process, and an opportunity to present their case before a court. When one of the parties needs to request a continuance before trial, the judge has to apply a three-pronged test to assess whether a continuance should be granted. First, the judge ...
Imagine being caught amid a complex web of criminal accusations, facing terms like organized crime, racketeering, and RICO. It might sound like a scene from a crime drama, but it is a harsh reality for those charged under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act. These charges can stem from various alleged criminal activities, ...
The Fourth Amendment protects citizens against unreasonable searches and seizures. However, there are exceptions that permit law enforcement officers to carry out searches and make arrests without a warrant. Knowing your rights and the legal boundaries of warrantless searches can be instrumental in safeguarding your privacy and rights. Florida police can search your home without ...
Understanding your rights during police questioning is crucial to ensuring fair treatment under the law. Recent rulings by the Florida Supreme Court and the Florida Third District Court of Appeal highlight the complexities surrounding the invocation of the right to remain silent and the right to counsel. Recently, the courts have provided significant clarifications on ...
