Frequently, we hear of cases that show why it’s so important to pursue a vigorous defense in a criminal case. Consider this recent case. Florida prosecutors have had to drop 119 cases that involve a former deputy in Jackson County who was accused of planting drugs in cars. The motorists had been stopped for a…
A Pace, Florida, man was sentenced to life in prison recently after pleading no contest in the death of two sisters. The man, 35, was charged with two counts of DUI manslaughter in the May 6 crash that killed two sisters, ages 17 and 7. Witnesses testified at a hearing that the man had spent…
We hear so much about terrorism these days in Florida and around the country. But just what constitutes terrorism? For a prosecutor to file a terrorism charge, the intent of the crime must be known. When we think about the word “terrorism,” we think about violent crimes, such as shootings or bombings. But to qualify…