Many people use the terms assault and battery as if they mean the same thing. Under Florida law, they do not. That distinction matters because the charge, evidence, penalties, and defense strategy can all change depending on whether the accusation involved a threat, physical contact, or both. In simple terms, assault is the threat of […]
As a gun owner, prospective gun owner, or someone facing a firearm-related charge, it is important to understand how gun laws in Florida actually work in practice. Florida law covers firearm purchases, concealed carry, open carry restrictions, private-property exceptions, red flag orders, and self-defense issues. The law also changes, which is why outdated assumptions can […]
Most people hear “DUI” and immediately think alcohol. But in Florida, a DUI can also be based on controlled substances or chemical substances, including marijuana, prescription medication, and even certain over-the-counter drugs if they impair your normal faculties. In other words, you do not have to be drunk to be arrested for impaired driving, and […]
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