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May
Anyone who is convicted of a crime in the state of Florida can face a number of different penalties. Some criminal offenders are sentenced to jail or prison, however many are given the opportunity to serve probation instead.Probation is viewed as an alternative to a jail to pris...
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May
A number of questions may be racing through your mind in the minutes, hours, and days after being charged with burglary. One of the first things you may want to know is whether you are facing felony or misdemeanor burglary charges. Why? Every criminal offense is serious, but felo...
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May
Driving under the influence (DUI) is against the law in every state, but the penalties that you can face for a DUI conviction vary from state-to-state. Unfortunately, Florida is known for having some of the toughest DUI laws in the entire country.Every driver in this state shou...
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May
Larceny, which is another word for theft, is one of the most common crimes committed in the state of Florida. Every theft crime in Florida falls in one of two categories: petit theft or grand theft. No theft charge should be taken lightly, but grand theft charges are far more ser...
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May
You must meet a number of conditions in order to obtain a driver's license in the state of Florida. For example, the state will not issue you a driver’s license unless you are at least 16 years old, have held a learner’s license for at least one year, and have p...
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May
A warrant is a legal document that authorizes law enforcement officers to take certain action. There are three main types of warrants: arrest warrants, bench warrants, and search warrants. It's important that you understand what these warrants allow officers to do, when the...
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May
Every state has its own laws that regulate the possession, purchase, sale, and use of firearms. There are fewer restrictions regarding firearms in the state of Florida compared to other states. Nevertheless, there are a number of laws that you must comply with in order to avoid c...
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May
The term “grand theft auto” is often associated with a popular video game, but it also refers to a criminal offense in the state of Florida. As its name suggests, grand theft auto is the crime of illegally stealing someone else's motor vehicle. This crime is tak...
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May
Law enforcement officers are often shown on TV and in movies entering a home or business with a search warrant in hand. Many people are familiar with scenes like these, but few understand exactly what a search warrant is and when it is necessary for law enforcement officers to ob...
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May
In the Tampa Bay area, if a dog bites you, seek medical attention immediately, and then schedule a meeting with a Tampa Bay personal injury attorney who can explain your rights and options.An aggressive dog must be handled properly. The owner, in many cases, may be held liable i...
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