Nearly all theft convictions are first-degree misdemeanors or felonies in Florida. So, even after a person serves a sentence and pays fines and restitution for a theft conviction, it could affect his or her job opportunities indefinitely. A vague statute allows some...
Can jail sentences end abuse issues?
Many people argue that putting someone in jail or prison for a drug crime does more harm than helping the addicted person. However, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, scientific research shows that time in jail or prison can be good for you if you have...
How do you stop a restraining order?
If somebody close to you requests an injunction — the legal term for a restraining order in Florida — you would probably have two main concerns. These would be defending yourself against the criminal charges and opposing the civil injunction action. Although these...
How serious are penalties for drug possession?
Given the harmful nature of illegal substances like heroin and crystal meth, it might seem that law enforcement is ready to throw the book at anyone who has possession of illegal drugs. However, drug possession is like many crimes in that the law will impose different...
Should you agree to a plea bargain?
If you face criminal charges, the prosecutor will, in all likelihood, offer you and your attorney a plea bargain at some point. Should you accept it? That depends on the bargain itself, what it requires you to do and the consequences thereof. Per FindLaw, three...
Florida ready to crackdown on underage drinkers during spring break
Spring break is right around the corner, and many college students will be headed down to Florida. A chance to unwind on area beaches is something that many have been looking forward to almost as soon as the school year started. Once the vacation has been booked, all...
Proposed laws to reduce sentences challenged by law enforcement
Currently, Florida inmates incarcerated for nonviolent crimes can only get their sentences reduced for good behavior by 15%. Two new bills in the state legislature, one in the Senate and one in the House, would change the law so that these inmates could see sentence...
What to do when arrested for drug possession
Drug charges are a grave offense in any state. Facing drug possession charges have severe consequences on a person's life. Under the federal drug laws, drug charges attract penalties, hefty fines, and remain in one's record for a very long time. Before getting to...
Keeping your criminal past from hurting your finances
If you have been charged with committing a crime in Florida, you may have already begun to feel the effects of your choices on your life. Some of the things you may notice are that people do not trust you, you have compromised your career, your pending charges are...
Drug charges in Florida may not always result in imprisonment
At the Campbell & Madden, PLLC, our commitment is to help you mount a strong legal defense against drug-related charges filed under Florida codes. Our objective for any defendant we defend is to avoid a conviction, which in the Sunshine State may result in a lengthy...
