Whenever law enforcement arrives on scene in Okaloosa County and becomes involved for whatever reason (investigation, safety concerns, etc.), this is a prime situation where verbal confrontations can become physical, especially with the advent of the police taser weapon and its rampant use in the … [Read more...] about Police Tasers & The Connection With Increased Arrests In Okaloosa County
Q & A
Why I Left The Prosecutorial World Behind To Become A Dedicated Criminal Defense Attorney
People ask me all the time, “Why did you quit being a civil prosecutor and start working for defendants?” “Isn’t it hard to defend people charged with crimes?” Well, here is my answer. Before devoting my legal career to being a exclusively a criminal defense attorney, I used to work for the State … [Read more...] about Why I Left The Prosecutorial World Behind To Become A Dedicated Criminal Defense Attorney
Dependency Court (DCF Court) vs Criminal Court in Okaloosa County
What is the difference between the criminal and civil court systems in Child Abuse or Child Neglect Cases? Because of my past experience in prosecuting child abuse and child neglect cases, I have a special understanding of how the system works. In Florida, there are two different types of legal … [Read more...] about Dependency Court (DCF Court) vs Criminal Court in Okaloosa County
Child Abuse Or Neglect Charges In Okaloosa County, Florida
What are the elements and potential penalties for felony Child Abuse in Florida? Child abuse is actually quite similar to the crime of Battery, except that the age of the alleged victim is under the age of 18. This delineation is what enhances the offense from a misdemeanor to a serious felony. In … [Read more...] about Child Abuse Or Neglect Charges In Okaloosa County, Florida
Misdemeanor & Felony Marijuana Penalties In Okaloosa County
Marijuana penalties in Okaloosa County, Florida, are classified two ways - misdemeanor and felony. Misdemeanor penalties are considered "first degree" offense, punishable by up to 1 year in Jail. Those charges include: Possession of Marijuana Under 20 Grams Possession of Drug … [Read more...] about Misdemeanor & Felony Marijuana Penalties In Okaloosa County
Legal & Factual Defenses For Marijuana And Drug Charges In Okaloosa County
If you are going to hire a criminal defense attorney to defend you against your marijuana or drug related charges in Okaloosa County, Florida, you need to ask any lawyer you speak with if they are proficient in establishing technical defenses related to improper police searches, filing Motions to … [Read more...] about Legal & Factual Defenses For Marijuana And Drug Charges In Okaloosa County