Charged with Possession of a Controlled substance? What’s next?

By |2024-06-21T20:19:42+00:00August 23rd, 2021|attorney, court, Criminal Law|

Know the law! Under the Florida Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Act (Florida Statutes, Title XLVI, Chapter 893) it states that "A person may not sell, manufacture, or deliver, or possess with intent to sell, manufacture, or deliver, a controlled substance." While being charged with possession of a controlled substance isn’t as serious a charge as [...]

Know Your Immigration Rights!

By |2024-06-21T20:19:42+00:00July 26th, 2021|attorney, Community, court, Immigration Law|

Each individual in the United States of America has certain basic rights. If law enforcement asks you about your immigration status, you should know your rights! To reduce the risk for yourself it is crucial that you: Remain calm and do not resist, argue, obstruct, or run away from law enforcement. Be certain to always [...]

Florida Battery Charges: Misdemeanor or Felony?

By |2024-06-21T20:19:42+00:00June 27th, 2021|attorney, Community, court, Criminal Law|

What is Battery?  According to Florida Statutes Section 784.03, 'battery' is defined as the actual and intentional touching or striking of another person against that person’s will (non-consensual), or the intentional causing of bodily harm to another person. A battery charge can happen abruptly and unexpectedly, causing shock and panic in your life. If you [...]

The Responsibilities and Benefits of Becoming a U.S. Citizen

By |2024-06-21T20:19:42+00:00May 19th, 2021|attorney, Community, court, Immigration Law|

Citizenship is the position of being a citizen of a specific country. The easiest way to acquire citizenship in the United States of America is by being born here. Children who are born in the United States or certain incorporated territories of the U.S. are legally considered U.S. Citizens, even if their parents are not. [...]

Florida’s Penalties for Violation of a Traffic Control Device

By |2024-06-21T20:19:42+00:00April 16th, 2021|attorney, court, ticket, traffic law, Traffic Ticket Law|

What is a Traffic Control Device?  Traffic control devices are legally installed devices, such as; warning signs, signals, or pavement markings. These types of devices are put in place by an authority of a public body or officials having jurisdiction for regulating, warning, and/or guiding traffic. The Florida Statute § 316.04 states “The driver of any vehicle [...]

DACA: Under the Biden Administration

By |2021-08-16T11:44:19+00:00March 6th, 2021|Uncategorized|

Background:  On September 5th, 2017 the Trump administration abruptly terminated DACA. After several lawsuits were filed challenging the termination, on June 18th, 2020, the U.S. Supreme Court concluded that the Trump administration had unlawfully terminated DACA. On July 28th, 2020, the Trump administration tried to once again dismantle DACA by shortening the protection against deportation [...]

Criminal Records: What you Should Know

By |2024-06-21T20:19:42+00:00February 10th, 2021|Uncategorized|

What is a Criminal Record?  A criminal record formerly referred to as a “summary criminal history,” is known as a file of an individual’s convictions and arrests, which is maintained by the criminal justice system. Information regarding criminal investigations, such as criminal convictions, date of conviction, the charges, the sentence, and if the crime was [...]

What Happens While your Green Card Application is Pending?

By |2021-08-16T11:36:19+00:00January 15th, 2021|Uncategorized|

Obtaining a Green Card (also known as a Permanent Resident Card) gives you the opportunity to both permanently work and live in the United States. A Green Card is also necessary if you wish to become a U.S. Citizen however, permanent residency does not guarantee nor provide citizenship. Please note that every immigration case varies [...]

Driving Under the Influence (DUI): Penalties and Consequences

By |2024-06-21T20:19:42+00:00December 19th, 2020|Uncategorized|

All states vary when it comes to driving under the influence (DUI) laws. Florida makes no exceptions with its strict DUI laws, making it highly important to understand the penalties and consequences before getting behind the wheel while intoxicated. What is a DUI charge?  A DUI charge is a criminal charge occurring when someone drives [...]

Do you Qualify for DACA? Find out now!

By |2021-08-16T11:34:17+00:00November 26th, 2020|Uncategorized|

What is DACA? The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) is a 2-year American executive order, signed by former President Barack Obama in 2012 which temporarily protects eligible immigrant youth, known as “DREAMers” from deportation. The term “DREAMers” refers to young individuals who illegally came to the United States with their parents when they were [...]

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