Author Archives: Jay Butchko
College Student Cooperates With Law Enforcement To Catch Police Officer In The Act Of Sex Offense
It is a popular trope in movies about crime that, while there may be honor among thieves, no one trusts anyone. You never know who is an undercover police officer or who is a confidential informant who repeats everything you say to law enforcement. Maybe the person from whom you are buying drugs or… Read More »
Medical Billing Clerk Convicted Of Stealing Patients’ Information
Identity theft does not require enormous financial resources or highly specialized computer skills. Many defendants in identity theft cases had access to their victims’ identifying information or financial data in the context of their job duties. Whether you hacked into a computer network or simply jotted down customers’ credit card numbers from your office… Read More »
Prenuptial Agreement Dos And Don’ts
You do not have to be wealthy, cynical, or old to sign a prenuptial agreement. Many recently signed prenups are between couples who are none of those things. The college graduating classes of the past two decades are stuck with a mountain of student debt, and some of them are signing prenups as a… Read More »
Alimony Isn’t Forever Unless It Is The Financially Disadvantaged Spouse’s Only Possible Source Of Financial Support
You have probably heard people complain bitterly about having to pay court-ordered alimony to the ex-spouse that they blame for ruining their finances before and after the divorce, but you should not let the horror stories you have heard from other people make you assume the worst about the outcome of your divorce. You… Read More »
What Happens If Your Ex Refuses To Testify Against You In A Domestic Violence Case?
Some relationships are volatile, where heated arguments sometimes lead to punches being thrown, but by the next day, the couple has reconciled as if nothing ever happened. Police sometimes receive calls about domestic violence incidents like these. To be clear, it is against the law to hit your spouse or romantic partner even if… Read More »
What Is Credit For Time Served?
In some cases, the court allows defendants in criminal cases to post bail so that they can be free while their cases are pending. If you get a prison sentence after you plead guilty or are convicted at trial, the court might order you to stay in jail during the time that elapses after… Read More »
What Constitutes Reckless Driving In Florida?
One person is now deceased and six people are dealing with serious injuries after a car crashed into a local restaurant in Miami Beach recently. The driver of the vehicle, an elderly woman, was apparently attempting to parallel park when instead she floored the gas and struck patrons in the outdoor café area. Now… Read More »
When Are Many White Collar Crimes Charged Under Federal Law?
Anyone who is facing charges for a white collar criminal offense should understand that these charges must be taken extremely seriously even though they do not involve allegations of any kind of violent act. To be sure, many white collar crimes are charged under federal law, and the penalties for a conviction can be… Read More »
5 Things To Know About Child Pornography Charges
Child pornography offenses are taken extremely seriously in Florida, and an arrest and conviction can have life-altering consequences. Whether you are under investigation, or you have already been arrested and charged, it is critical to seek advice from an experienced West Palm Beach criminal defense attorney. Our firm can evaluate the case against you… Read More »
Common Myths About Prenuptial Agreements
When two people are thinking about marriage, a prenuptial agreement is often beneficial for both parties regardless of age and socioeconomic status. To be clear, prenuptial agreements, or premarital agreements under Florida law, can be helpful for a variety of reasons. Yet many parties do not enter into prenuptial agreements before their marriage because… Read More »
