Child Abuse: Simple Negligence vs. Culpable Negligence
In the age of the coronavirus crisis, many families are stretched thin. Working parents who rely on school to provide daily childcare may no longer have access to assistance, and many children may be spending more time at home while their parents still have to work or leave home. Despite the limited resources available to […]
Is Sexting a Crime in Florida?
In an age where everyone has a smartphone, texting has become a primary means of communication, and with it, “sexting” has gained popularity. Sexting is defined as “the sending of sexually explicit digital images, videos, text messages, or emails, usually by cell phone.” Sexting can take place via text, direct messages (DMs), or messenger apps […]
What Is a No Contact Order?
With the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), it’s fair to say that the last few months have been unique. Along with the health and safety concerns that you have for loved ones, you may be experiencing some additional challenges. Most Americans have work-related concerns. Furthermore, with lockdowns and shelter-in-place orders issued across the country, […]
The Importance of Complying With a Domestic Violence Injunction
The Violence Against Women Act is a federal law that requires every state to give full faith and credit to orders of protection against domestic violence issued by other states. In compliance with the Act, Florida created mandatory injunction forms that can be filed by alleged victims of domestic violence. These domestic violence injunctions, commonly called […]
3 Common Defense Strategies for Domestic Battery
A domestic violence conviction can be a permanent stain on your record. It can limit job opportunities, require domestic violence counseling classes, and prevent the guilty party from owning a firearm. If you have been accused of a domestic violence crime, you need experienced legal defense from a knowledgeable St. Petersburg domestic battery lawyer. In this […]
What Should I Do If I’ve Been Falsely Accused of Domestic Violence?
The State of Florida has a “preferred arrest policy” for reports of crimes of domestic violence. This policy generally requires law enforcement to make an arrest following even a single accusation of any unwanted touching or striking. However, this enthusiasm for prosecution overlooks the fact that false allegations of domestic violence do happen. And when they […]
How Can a Criminal Defense Attorney in St. Petersburg Help Me?
Over 500,000 people in Florida were arrested and accused of a crime in 2019. If you are one of the accused, it is important to understand your rights and have an experienced legal team to guide you through the legal process. Whether accused of a DUI, drug crime, sex crime, theft, or battery, you may […]
Everything You Need to Know About Domestic Battery in Florida
Under Florida Statute 741.28, domestic violence is any assault, battery, sexual assault, or other criminal offense resulting in the injury or death of a family or household member by another family or household member. Domestic battery is defined as the actual and intentional touching, striking, or causing of bodily harm to another family or household member […]
How to Defend Against False Accusations of Rape
Our country is going through incredible changes at the moment. Much of this is the result of the #MeToo movement and other movements spotlighting a culture of sexual harassment and sexual abuse. The actions of perpetrators are being publicized like never before. But as important as the need for social change is, it’s also important […]
Domestic Battery: How A Single Altercation Can Change Lives
With the emergence of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), millions of people across the country are doing their best to prevent the spread by staying inside. But as the hours and days tick by and families have nowhere to go, tensions are bound to rise. This has led to an unfortunate uptick in domestic abuse. Although weeks […]