Monthly Archives: November 2021

Where Is The Line Between Self-Defense And Excessive Force In Florida?
Andrew and Brad are celebrating a recent work promotion out on the town. They are enjoying themselves in a local sports bar when suddenly, another guy bumps into Brad. Brad quickly apologizes for a simple mistake, but this other guy is looking for a fight. Even after the bartender tells him to calm down,… Read More »

What’s The Difference Between An Accomplice And An Accessory In Florida?
Lawrence, Ryan and Sydney are goofing around on a school night. They joke about holding up the local football game athletic booster, which often brings in thousands of dollars in concessions and donations. Lawrence talks about how easy it would be since there is no police presence or campus security, and no one would… Read More »

Florida Authorities Cracking Down On Gang Violence
The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office recently arrested nine defendants tied to gang activity, in an investigation that spanned over a year. The defendants are charged with racketeering. The police uncovered illegally purchased weapons, drugs and a large sum of money. Some of the defendants are also tied to ongoing homicide investigations. Police are… Read More »

How Can A DUI Conviction Impact Child Custody In South Florida?
No one leaves the house expecting to drink or drive or get arrested for a DUI in West Palm Beach, but it can happen. In Florida, DUI arrests are fully prosecuted under the law, but can an ongoing criminal case affect a current divorce and child custody case as well? Does a prior DUI… Read More »