Yes, under certain circumstances, police can make an arrest without a warrant so long as they have probable cause to believe the arrestee committed an offense. There are certain exceptions to this general rule, though. Situations in Which Florida Police Can Make Warrantless Arrests Florida Statute § 901.15 lists all...
Yes, an arrest will show on a background check. In fact, anyone can perform a background check and obtain detailed information about your arrests, the outcome of each case, and details about the proceedings. Criminal records are public records, just like civil, bankruptcy, and traffic cases. This means anyone can...
There is a lot on the line when you are up against criminal charges. You could face imprisonment, fines, probation, and loss of civil liberties, among other penalties. The stakes are even higher when you work in certain fields as you might lose your professional license after arrest. If you...
Someone can be held in jail for 33 days without being charged, according to Rule 3.134 of the Florida Rules of Criminal Procedure. It is important to note that the state actually only has 30 days to charge an arrestee with a crime. If it has not filed charges by...
The difference between being indicted and charged relies on who files the charges. “Being charged” with a crime means the prosecutor filed charges. An indictment means the grand jury filed charges against the defendant. Regardless of how the state moves forth with filing charges, the results are the same for...
You may have to install an ignition interlock device after a DUI, depending on the severity of the offense and whether you have prior offenses. We may be able to help you avoid having to install ignition interlock device (IID) and having to blow into it each time you drive....
One of the first things people who have been arrested want to know is how long they can be held in jail without seeing a judge. Florida law provides that arrestees must have their first appearance, also referred to as an “advisory,” with a judge within 24 hours following their...
If you get arrested while on probation in Florida, the court will likely revoke your probation and you might end up back in jail. What Can I Expect If I Am Arrested While on Probation? When you get arrested while on probation, your probation officer will file an affidavit with the...
With the recent legalization of medical marijuana and the ongoing process of decriminalization of recreational marijuana in Florida, many people are curious about what is and is not legal. State laws for marijuana are in reform, so it is important for Floridians to stay privy to new legislation to stay out...
In most cases in Florida, domestic battery is not a felony. Simple domestic battery is a first-degree misdemeanor. While you might think a misdemeanor is no big deal, the charges, social stigma, and associated penalties you face are no joke. If you have been arrested or are currently facing domestic...
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