In mid 2011, the city of Tampa installed 19 new red light cameras across the city. Of those, over half are south of Hillsborough Ave. While many people are able to challenge and “beat” traditional red light tickets issued by an officer, lawyers are having more and more difficulty winning the red light camera hearings. […]
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS | TheAdvocateForYou.com Published: December 20, 2011 TONASKET, Wash. — Authorities say a British Columbia man drove about 225 miles after his 75-year-old wife died in the car next to him, uncertain whether he could cross the Canadian border with her. Tonasket Police Chief Robert Burks says the 71-year-old man didn’t know […]
Underaged Possession of Alcohol in Florida is a misdemeanor criminal offense. If convicted of alcohol possession by a person under the age of 21, you can receive a fine of up to $500 plus court costs, jail time, and even a possible suspension of your license! This makes it very important to have an experienced […]
Were you recently cited for racing on the highway in Florida? Under Florida law, Highway Racing—also known as street racing—is a misdemeanor criminal offense that carries serious consequences. One of the most severe is the mandatory one-year driver’s license suspension. If you’ve received a Florida street racing citation, you have just 10 days to schedule […]
Exposure of Sexual Organs is a serious crime in Florida. Under Florida Statute 800.03: It is unlawful to expose or exhibit one’s sexual organs in public or on the private premises of another, or so near thereto as to be seen from such private premises, in a vulgar or indecent manner, or to be […]
Last week the Tampa city council took steps to relax the current open container laws, voting to eliminate the requirement that those cited for public drinking appear before a judge. This comes after complaints from Judges that dockets were crowded with open container tickets, many of whom were homeless people. Council members voted to approve […]
In Florida, participating in street or highway racing is a serious offense governed by Florida Statute 316.191. This law outlines strict penalties for anyone involved in racing or speed competitions on public roads. If you’ve been charged, it’s essential to speak with an experienced street racing defense lawyer who can help protect your rights and […]
A Jacksonville teenage was sentenced to 40 years in prison for stabbing a 29 year old homeless man several times, TBO is reporting. At sentencing, defense lawyers attempted to present evidence about the Defendant, Eric Sandefur, and his good character. However Circuit Court Judge Norton sentenced Sandefur to the maximum, pointing out that, while his […]
Police have thwarted a Columbine-like plot at a Tampa High School, officials say. A 17 year old Tampa teen was arrested and charged with several crimes related to bomb making and plotting to create havoc at his former school, Freedom High. Police claim that this event would have been “something the likes of which Tampa […]
Did you recently receive a letter in the mail informing you that you are the target of a federal grand jury investigation? The US Department of Justice may be prepared to seek charges against you. A Grand Jury is a group of people who hear evidence against you and determine whether or not charges should […]
