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In some celebrity news that crosses over into the criminal defense realm, the daughter of Laurence Fishburne — a well-known actor known for his iconic performance as Morpheus in “The Matrix” — was arrested on DUI charges over the weekend. According to the report, Montana Fishburne blew two breath tests that were significantly over the…

In the state of Florida, is it relatively simple for an heir or family member of a deceased person with assets to contest a last will. You will, of course, need the help of an experienced probate and estate planning attorney to review the circumstances and file with the courts if you are contesting a…

A common talking point about the “War on Drugs” or drug crimes in general is the amount of legal punishment that should be applied to someone accused and/or convicted of drug crimes. People who are accused of such crimes face a mountain of penalties, from extensive jail time to massive fines and other legal penalties.…

While the following story didn’t occur in the state of Florida or in southwest Alabama, it still holds importance to many people who are accused of white collar crimes — especially tax evasion. A liquor store owner was arrested on charges of tax evasion and arson in relation to a 2012 fire that burned down…

Imagine that you are accused of a crime by the police. Doesn’t matter if they pulled you over in your car or if they stopped you on the street — just imagine how anxious and scared you would feel. The force of the legal power the police have could ruin your career and dampen your…

Drunk driving charges carry serious penalties with them, even if the violation is your first-such offense. In the state of Florida, there are many different penalties you could face for a first-time DUI. For example, your vehicle could be impounded and your license suspended. And we also haven’t yet mentioned the jail time, fines, ignition…

Being charged with a crime is an incredibly stressful moment in anyone’s life. It can inflict serious emotional damage on a person, making them feel alone and helpless. The prospect of sitting in a jail cell for months or years on end; the idea of sitting in a cold, dimly-lit room while police officers question…

Many people falsely believe that as long as they took a medication as prescribed by their doctor, it is legal to operate a car after taking it. However, there are many prescribed medications that can negatively impact your ability to operate a vehicle. From painkillers and muscle relaxants to benzodiazepines like Xanax, there are many…

As the days go by and we cross months off of our calendars, everyone gets closer and closer to the dreaded April 15 tax deadline. No one likes doing their taxes, but it is an important responsibility that everyone needs to uphold. Besides, there might be a nice refund in it for you. But more…

To some people, drug possession is a simple criminal charge: the police catch someone carrying an illegal substance and they arrest and charge that person for their criminal offense. It seems pretty cut-and-dried, right? However, that supposedly simple drug possession charge has a few intricate legal details working in the background. First, consider that the…