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Category: Violent Crimes

Busting 10 Myths About DNA Evidence in Florida Criminal Trials

September 10, 2025 Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes, Violent Crimes

In Florida and throughout the U.S., DNA evidence often serves as a key aspect of a criminal case. But there are clear limits to the value of DNA evidence that are not widely understood. This blog will bust 10 common myths about the use of DNA evidence in Florida criminal trials. #1 – A “DNA match” means someone is guilty …

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Capital Human Trafficking: Florida’s New Crime Punishable By Death

September 10, 2025 Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes, Violent Crimes

In Florida, there are currently three criminal offenses punishable by the death penalty: First-degree premeditated murder First-degree felony murder Capital sexual battery (defendant over 18, child under 12) But starting October 1, 2025, there is a new offense that will be punishable by death in Florida: capital human trafficking. Though this law has not received much discussion, as it is …

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Frequently Asked Questions About Grand Theft of a Firearm in Florida

September 10, 2025 Criminal Defense, Theft/Property Crimes, Violent Crimes

In Florida, grand theft of a firearm is a very serious crime. However, there are many common misunderstandings about this law. This article will answer frequently asked questions about the charge of grand theft of a firearm in Florida. #1 – What is grand theft of a firearm? Grand theft of a firearm is defined as knowingly obtaining or using, …

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Frequently Asked Questions About Attempted Second-Degree Murder in Florida

September 5, 2025 Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes

In Florida, attempted second-degree murder is an extremely serious criminal offense. Florida is one of the only U.S. states to have a law regarding attempted second-degree murder – so this naturally raises many questions about it. This blog will explore the answers to frequently asked questions about attempted second-degree murder (Fla. Stat. 782.04 and 777.04). #1 – What is attempted …

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Answering Frequently Asked Questions About Aggravated Assault in Florida

September 5, 2025 Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes

In Florida, aggravated assault (Fla. Stat. 784.021) is a very serious offense. It is one of the most commonly charged felonies in the state, but is often poorly understood. This blog will answer some of the most frequently asked questions about aggravated assault in Florida. #1 – What is aggravated assault? Aggravated assault involves an unlawful threat of imminent violence, …

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Can Texting and Driving Lead to Vehicular Homicide Charges in Florida?

September 5, 2025 Criminal Defense, Social Media, Violent Crimes

In Florida, vehicular homicide is a very serious criminal offense. It is a second-degree felony punishable by up to 15 years in prison and a $10,000 fine. It becomes a first-degree felony (up to 30 years in prison and a $10,000 fine) if either of the following are true: The defendant failed to stop, give information to authorities, or render …

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Answering Frequently Asked Questions About Vessel Homicide in Florida

September 5, 2025 Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes

In Florida, vessel homicide is an often misunderstood criminal defense. As a result, many questions often arise when someone is charged with vessel homicide in Florida, or when a person simply wants to learn more about the offense. This blog will answer ten of those frequently asked questions. #1 – What is vessel homicide in Florida? Vessel homicide occurs when …

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Hidden Bias in Florida Stand Your Ground: Physical vs. Mental Conditions

September 5, 2025 Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes

Florida’s Stand Your Ground law is one of the state’s most widely-known statutes. Under Fla. Stat. 776.012 and 776.032, someone may use or threaten to use force (including deadly force) if it is a reasonable and proportional response to defend themselves, others, or prevent commission of a forcible felony (e.g. aggravated battery, sexual battery, robbery). But there is a fascinating …

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Busting the Most Common Myths About Florida’s Stand Your Ground Law

September 5, 2025 Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes

Florida’s Stand Your Ground law is one of the state’s most widely debated pieces of legislation. But it is also one of the most poorly understood. This article will address some of the most common myths about Florida’s Stand Your Ground law (Fla. Stat. 776.012 and 776.032) and explain what the law actually says.  The first myth about Florida’s Stand …

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