NEW VIOLENT CRIMES UNIT ANNOUNCED BY STATE ATTORNEY ANDREW BAIN

New Florida Laws going into effect July 1st

WHAT IS LARCENY? Similar to burglary, however, the major difference is that with larceny, the perpetrator does not commit the…

Use of tracking devices to commit crimes could result in harsher penalties.

Mistake of Fact or Law Defense in Criminal Cases If an alleged crime was made under a reasonable and honest…

Based on case studies, researchers have found that internal bleeding and/or bruising has been noticed between 24 hours and 3 days after an accident.

Search for sex crime victims on cruise ships intensifies

CRIMINAL LAW AND HOW IT WORKS Criminal law, also called penal law, is the collection of rules related to crime….

2017 Top Law Firms in Tampa Award presented to Fernandez Law Group The 2017 Top Law Firms in Tampa Award…

New Florida Laws in 2025 that took effect on January 1st

What is a bench warrant? A bench warrant is a written order issued by a judge authorizing the arrest of a person charged with contempt, crime, or a misdemeanor.

Lucy’s Law to enhance boating safety is passed by Florida legislature. In a significant move to improve boating safety, the Florida Legislature has passed “Lucy’s Law,” a bill named in honor of 17-year-old Luciana “Lucy” Fernandez, who tragically lost her life in a boating accident in 2022.

WHAT HAPPENS AT THE FIRST APPEARANCE HEARING? Find out what the charges are. Determine if the police had enough legal…

Q:  WILL A DUI SHOW UP ON A BACKGROUND CHECK IN FLORIDA? Yes, DUI convictions are part of the public…

A new open carry bill that would allow Floridians to openly carry firearms has been filed and will be up for consideration during the 2025 Legislative Sessions.

WHO IS LIABLE IF YOU ARE INJURED AT A FAIR, FESTIVAL OR OTHER OUTDOOR EVENT? Fairs and festivals are a…