In Florida, engaging in or supporting street racing—also called highway racing—is a criminal offense under Florida Statute 316.191. The law is broad and applies not only to drivers, but also to passengers, coordinators, and even spectators involved in unauthorized racing activity on public roads or parking lots. What Activities Are Prohibited by Florida’s Street Racing […]
Technology is evolving daily. With improvements in computers and cell phones, sexting has become very prevalent in society today. In Florida, sexting may be considered a crime if committed by a minor. Under Florida statute, a minor may face penalties for sexting, ranging from a noncriminal offence and community service hours, a misdemeanor in the […]
In the State of Florida it is illegal to contract work or act as a contract without a valid, state issued contractor’s license. Initial convictions for this crime are misdemeanors; however if you have priors the charge may be upgraded to a felony offense. Florida Statute 489.127 governs contracting without a license. According to the […]
In Florida, a person can be arrested and charged with the crime of “possession of drug paraphernalia” for a number of reasons. Possession of drug paraphernalia is a misdemeanor offense; however it does often carry serious penalties. What is the definition of “possession of drug paraphernalia?” In Florida, possession of drug paraphernalia is defined as […]
Have you been charged with a federal crime related to prostitution? When a person (male or female) under the age of eighteen is transported across state lines for the purpose of committing sexual acts, the accused will likely be charged in federal court. The exploitation of children for prostitution / human trafficking purposes are matters […]
Did you know: in Florida, the sale of fireworks to the public is illegal; however there is an exemption for agricultural use which allows for sale of fireworks to the public so long as they are going to be used for “explosive pest control?” Sellers are not required to confirm what the fireworks will be […]
As of July 1, 2014 it is illegal for anyone to sell a nicotine dispensing device (AKA, an electronic cigarette) to a minor. This is a second degree misdemeanor offense; however a third conviction becomes a first degree misdemeanor offense punishable by up to a year in jail and a fine of $1000. There are […]
If you have been assigned to a division in Hillsborough County, you may be wondering what Judge will be handling your case. The division assignments do rotate occasionally. If you are charged with a misdemeanor, you can tell which Judge you are assigned to by last name. As of June 30, 2014, the assignments are: […]
Possession of a firearm, ammunition, or any electronic weapon after being convicted of a felony is a serious crime under both Florida and federal law. If you’ve been charged with firearm possession, you need an experienced gun crime defense lawyer who understands how to challenge both the facts and the legal basis of your arrest. […]
Were you caught growing marijuana by law enforcement officers? A person who violates this commits a felony offense of the third degree, punishable by up to five (5) years in prison. If the person cultivating marijuana is growing marijuana for purposes of trafficking, the offense can be upgraded to a second degree felony punishable by […]
