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An arrest for domestic violence in Fort Lauderdale, FL, can feel like a devastating, instant loss of control. In the emotionally charged atmosphere of a domestic dispute, police officers in Broward County are often forced into making rash decisions. This often results in the arrest of the wrong person, or a person who was acting […]

When facing a homicide charge in Florida, understanding the specific accusation against you is the first key step. The terms “murder” and “manslaughter” are often used interchangeably in casual conversation, but in criminal law, they represent vastly different offenses with distinct legal definitions and severe consequences. Navigating the criminal justice system’s complexities requires a thorough

Broward Judge Gary Farmer resigned Friday August 1st. It was sad ending for Farmer who was elected to the bench back in 2022. Farmer, a former Florida senator and minority leader had been suspended for what the Judicial Qualifications commission “JQC” called “grossly inappropriate comments.” Farmer had been suspended without pay since 5/19/25. Before that

Call it crazy. Call it insane. Call it a huge deterrent. Call it inhumane. Or just call it Florida’s reality. That’s right Florida, it’s happening. Florida Governor Ron Desantis recently signed House Bill 903. House bill 903 among other things allows Florida to carry out executions via a firing squad. Shots fired. No seriously beginning

Thinking about punching that new EV you bought that goes 0-60 in 1.7 seconds? You might want to think again. Why? Because a new Florida law going into effect July 1st allows prosecutors and Judges the discretion to throw you in jail. Should you find yourself charged under this new law, a Broward County criminal

There is a word in the criminal community for a person who snitches on another. That snitch is commonly referred to as a “Rat.” In a lot of situations, a “Rat” is facing the same exact charge or charges as the person they ratted out. Often times a “Rat” is a confidential informant, a person

House bill 437, introduced in the Florida House of Representatives on 2/6/25 and was passed by both the House on 4/9/25 and the Senate on 4/24/25 has now been signed into law with a to take effect date on 10/1/2025. Criminal Defense Lawyer: What Does this Mean for Anyone Arrested in Fort Lauderdale and Broward

We’ve been focusing a lot lately on what happens after you’ve been arrested in Broward County. I think we’ve established that the jail is not your first choice for an overnight staycation.  We’ve been told the mattress is thin and the pillows are too firm. One common arrest that frequently lands people a stay at

You’ve been arrested in Broward County, FL. Your magistrate hearing has now come and gone. Hopefully you are out on bond/pretrial release, back to work and reunited with your loved ones. With the Broward County arrest experience still lingering in your mind and the fear of returning to jail occupying valuable space in your brain,

The cops are called. Lights and sirens are activated. The cuff clasps clink shut around your wrists. The feeling of sadness and helplessness ensue. You’ve been arrested in Broward County, FL. Now you’re being whisked away to the Broward County main jail. The jail bars slam closed behind you. You are now scared and alone,