I believe I may be under investigation for a crime and law enforcement has attempted to contact me. I don’t want to speak with them if I don’t have to, but I’m unsure of how to answer any questions they may ask. The short answer is no, you do…
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Can I be Charged with Drug Trafficking If I Was Only in Possession of Drugs and Did Not Actually Sell Any?
I was recently pulled over by law enforcement, and during the traffic stop marijuana was found in my vehicle. I wasn’t planning on selling the marijuana and only had it for personal use, so why was I charged with trafficking and not possession? Under Florida Statute, it is possible to…
Concerned My Probation Officer is Going to Violate Me
I am currently on probation and have been struggling to meet all of the requirements. I am concerned my probation officer is going to violate me. What can I do, and what will happen to me if I receive a violation? Most individuals on probation struggle to comply with all…
Healthcare Fraud Investigations Are on the Rise
There has been a recent increase in arrests and prosecutions for health care fraud in Florida as a result of increased law enforcement efforts in investigating these crimes. Healthcare fraud largely involves medical providers committing fraudulent billing practices to increase their profits, including submitting charges for reimbursement to insurance companies,…
Are Police Body Cameras Helping the Prosecution or Defendants?
Law enforcement agencies across the country are now implementing body cameras to be worn by officers while on duty to record their entire interactions with the public. This has left many people with questions on what to expect if an arresting officer was wearing and recording from a body camera.…