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 ...
Citizens often have questions about the legality of recording telephone conversations between themselves and police officers or other members of law enforcement. It’s natural to want to create a record for yourself. However, Florida does have a strict prohibition under its wiretapping law (Fl. Stat. § 934.03) against recording telephone conversations when the other party ...
Knowing your rights when it comes to self-defense is important. There are specific laws in place that dictate when you can use force to defend yourself or others. In Florida, self-defense is considered justifiable when you believe that such force is necessary to protect yourself from imminent harm. This means that you do not have ...
Receiving a DUI charge can be a life-changing experience, but it’s important to remember that you have rights and options available to you. After being charged, you may be wondering about the potential consequences you may face and what steps you can take to minimize the impact on your life. Our team at Fighter Law ...
If you are pulled over for a DUI, remember, Field Sobriety Exercises (one-leg stand, walk and turn, horizontal gaze nystagmus (follow the pen/finger test)) are voluntary. You have the right, and should, refuse to submit upon being requested by a law enforcement officer to perform them. Standardized field sobriety tests were created under a study ...
As a parent, the last thing you want to hear is that your teenager is facing shoplifting charges in Florida. The thought of your child being involved in criminal activity is devastating. That’s why it’s important to arm yourself with the knowledge and resources to navigate this difficult situation in a way that will limit ...
New legislation requires safe-exchange location for minors. Known as “Cassie Carli’s Law” and effective July 1, 2024, this new law requires safe-exchange locations to be established in a sheriff’s parking lot in each of Florida’s 67 counties. The location must be accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, be video monitored, and marked ...
Being charged with racketeering is a serious and alarming situation. Racketeering involves participating in an illegal business or scheme for profit, often associated with organized crime. Under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act, federal and Florida laws impose harsh penalties for such activities. The charges can involve various crimes over an extended period, ...
Being arrested can be a distressing experience, leaving you feeling isolated and anxious. In such moments, it is critical to contact friends or family to inform them about your situation and arrange for help. Connecting with loved ones can also provide practical assistance, such as securing legal representation or arranging bail. Having an experienced criminal ...
