Arresting college spring breakers by the busloads, Walton County police are going after virtually every single person who looks under 21 years old and may be in possession of any alcoholic beverage, from a can of beer to a red solo cup. Whether it is on the beach, vacation resort, or condo - … [Read more...] about Walton County Law Enforcement Targeting Underaged Drinking and Drug Crimes during Spring Break
Q & A
What Is The Difference Between An Arrest and Being Given A Notice To Appear For a Court Date In Okaloosa County?
Apart from the obvious - being physically arrested and taken to jail vs. being given a legal document with information regarding a court date, there are not very many functional differences between the two in Destin, Fort Walton Beach and the rest of Okaloosa County. They both serve the same … [Read more...] about What Is The Difference Between An Arrest and Being Given A Notice To Appear For a Court Date In Okaloosa County?
Penalties & Criminal Record For Possession of Alcohol In Okaloosa County By a Person Under 21 or Minor in Possession of Alcohol (MIP)
** Important info - start at the 3rd paragraph! MIP is categorized by Florida Statutes as a second degree misdemeanor offense. Therefore, it is a criminal charge and not an infraction. If you enter an oral or written plea for the charge, it will go on your criminal record. In addition, MIP is … [Read more...] about Penalties & Criminal Record For Possession of Alcohol In Okaloosa County By a Person Under 21 or Minor in Possession of Alcohol (MIP)
I Received A Piece Of Paper After Being Caught As A Minor In Possession Of Alcohol (MIP) In Okaloosa County. What Does This Document Mean & What Should I Do With It?
If you have been cited for Minor in Possession of Alcohol in Destin, Fort Walton Beach, or elsewhere near the beach, what you likely have is actually two documents. The first, on the front, is what is called a Notice to Appear, also known as a criminal summons. This paper indicates your name and … [Read more...] about I Received A Piece Of Paper After Being Caught As A Minor In Possession Of Alcohol (MIP) In Okaloosa County. What Does This Document Mean & What Should I Do With It?
Advanced Violation of Probation Defense Tactics
Here are a few issues that regularly come up during Violation of Probation Evidentiary Hearings, and have been able to use certain evidentiary challenges to my client’s advantage to win their probation violation cases: Hearsay cannot be the only basis for the violation. This means that the … [Read more...] about Advanced Violation of Probation Defense Tactics
Key Felony Violation Of Probation Issues In Okaloosa County
Violating probation because of a new felony arrest can prove to be a major issue. But there are two key points that a talented Defense Attorney will make sure enter the discussion. A new felony arrest can add 12 points to a sentencing score sheet when facing a felony VOP. These points should … [Read more...] about Key Felony Violation Of Probation Issues In Okaloosa County