The legality of video or audio recording police in Florida became a heated topic of discussion in the legal and political arena during 2021 and could become even hotter in 2022 due to pending legislation. In May 2021, a Florida Appeals Court ruling on a false arrest claim by a mother arrested while recording the arrest of her son stated that officers had probable cause for the arrest on an obstruction charge. The key word
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Issues regarding child custody are probably the most frequent questions Family Law Attorneys get from clients. We’ve provided answers to many of those questions below. Before we move to those questions and answers, it’s important to point out that Florida has many laws concerning child custody and that each child custody situation can be unique. That’s why addressing your questions to an experienced Florida Family Law Attorney can be in your best interest when protecting
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In April 2021, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed into law House Bill (HB) 1 – the Combating Public Disorder Act. The law created new criminal offenses related to riots and updated existing laws and penalties associated with rioting such as burglary, robbery, property damage, and unlawful assembly. Often called the “anti-riot” law, many people opined the statute criminalizes protests and dampens demonstration efforts in Florida. Many see the law as an assault on their First
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Adoption can be a momentous occasion in the life of the parent(s) and child. Adoption is a legal process where a child becomes part of a family other than their birth parents through a court decision. It’s a serious legal matter in Florida where courts will take an in-depth look at potential parents. Any adult married or unmarried and who works and lives in Florida can seek the adoption of a child within the State.
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A June 2021 Supreme Court decision reinforces the Fourth Amendment guarantee that your Florida home is indeed your castle and secure from unreasonable searches and seizures—even when the police are in hot pursuit for a minor offense. When “Hot Pursuit” Doesn’t Justify Entering Home Without a Warrant Until the June 2021 Supreme Court decision, police have long held the confidence that they may enter a home and conduct a warrantless search when pursuing a fleeing
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Facing a drug crime charge in Florida can be a terrifying experience with potentially life-changing consequences. Florida Drug crime offenses are broken down into the following categories with varying degrees of misdemeanor and felony penalties based on: Type of substance Weight of found substance Possession of a Controlled Substance The most common drug charge in the State of Florida is possession. A controlled substance can be: Illegal possession of a prescription drug An illegal drug
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For many professional basketball players, the acquired skills of the game began by shooting hoops in the driveway or at the local park with friends and family. As they improved their skills at dribbling, shooting, running, and jumping in high school and college, they may have dreamed of being one of the players on an NBA team or playing on an overseas team and seeing the world. Of course, the dream journey to becoming a
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That’s a question we frequently get asked when people reach out to us about getting a divorce. It’s a reasonable question when considering how the decision to dissolve a marriage is often accompanied by confusion, feeling overwhelmed, and a complex mixture of emotions—anxiety, relief, and sadness. Once they’ve decided to divorce, many people just want to get it over with quickly and move on with their life. The Type of Divorce Impacts How Fast the
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Many businesses, organizations, and sporting events require people to sign liability waivers to help avoid personal injury lawsuits. Signed liability forms are often required when an activity or service carries a certain amount of risk. The purpose is to release the organization from legal liabilities due to injuries incurred on their property, through a provided service or sponsored event. Who Requires Liability Waivers? Typically, liability waivers are required by: Gyms and recreational activity businesses such
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A divorce can be a complicated legal process, an emotional rollercoaster and a financial challenge for both spouses. How a divorce will impact credit history and scores is a frequent concern for divorcing spouses. That’s certainly understandable as many people worry about how they’ll land on their feet financially after a divorce. Spouses considering a divorce should start the process of establishing accounts (checking, savings, and credit) separate from the other spouse. Order a credit
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