Felonies

  • Arson Crimes in Florida: Penalties, Definitions & Defenses
    Arson Crimes in Florida: Penalties, Definitions & Defenses

    In simple terms, arson in Florida is the action of setting fire with the intention to destroy or damage property. Regardless of the motives behind it, arson is a serious offense punishable by imprisonment and hefty fines. As a result, if you have been accused or are under investigation for...

  • Fleeing and Eluding Charges in Florida
    Fleeing and Eluding Charges in Florida

    Being stopped by the police can be overwhelming and frightening. Despite how stressful this situation can be, it is in your best interest to pull over. Failing to stop when directed by a police officer can result in a fleeing and eluding charge in Florida.  Even though it may not...

  • Vehicular Homicide Florida: Definition & Penalties

    Car accidents happen every day. In addition to injuries and a bad experience, drivers could also face a vehicular homicide charge in Florida if someone died as a result of reckless driving. Due to its severity, a conviction for this offense can result in imprisonment, hefty fines, community service, and...

  • Can You Get a Home Loan If You Have a Felony?
    Can You Get a Home Loan If You Have a Felony?

    You can get a home loan despite having a felony. Having a felony conviction on your record can impact your life in many ways. Thankfully, getting a home loan is not one of them -- not directly, anyway. Most banks do not run criminal record checks before approving loans, and...

  • What constitutes tampering with a witness in Florida?

    Harassing, intimidating, or tampering with a witness is a serious offense in Florida that prosecutors are quick to pursue. The severity of the offense and the penalties you face depend on the nature of the crime for which the witness was testifying, but regardless, imprisonment is likely if you are...

  • What is contributing to the delinquency of a minor?

    Contributing to the delinquency of a minor (CDM) is a misdemeanor offense in Florida. Adults are often charged with this crime when they buy alcohol for someone who is underage. There are several viable defenses to CDM, which the Goldman Wetzel defense lawyers can discuss in more detail with you....

  • Florida 10-20-Life Law Changing: State Finally Does Away with Rigid Gun Penalties
    Florida 10-20-Life Law Changing: State Finally Does Away with Rigid Gun Penalties

    Last week, Florida Governor Rick Scott signed Senate Bill 228 that put a stop to the rigid Florida 10-20-Life law. And it is about time, too. The law was a longtime target of criticism for its strict and often excessive mandatory minimum sentencing in criminal cases involving guns. It tied...