Arrested On A Drug Charge… Be Careful What You Say!
You have the right to remain silent, whether you have been stopped in the street, have agreed to go to the police station or are under arrest… Do I Have To Talk With Police? The answer to this question is absolutely NOT! Upon an officer’s request you should immediately give your correct name and show…
Reality Of Possession Charges
The reality of being charged with felony possession of marijuana, cocaine or other controlled substance(s) can be far more serious than one is led to believe by friends, family or even some attorneys. These charges/cases have potentially serious consequences and ramifications as I will be happy to explain. In Florida, possession of more than 20…
Possession Of Marijuana, A Big Deal?
With more than 26 states and the District of Columbia legalizing marijuana for medical and/or recreational purposes many people ask is felony possession of marijuana in Florida a big deal as compared with possession of cocaine or heroin. While the obvious answer in theory is of course not, in practice and in the courts the…
Do I Risk Using A Public Defender Over A Private Attorney For My Drug Charge?
Which option is better to defend a drug-related charge? What Would Be The Advantage Of Hiring A Private Attorney Over A Public Defender In A Drug Case? Public Defenders Carry Heavy Caseloads! There are a lot of good public defenders out there but those public defenders are also handling a lot of cases. Depending on…
Agreeing To A Police Search Is Like Committing Legal Suicide!
Giving consent to a search kills your case before you even get to court… 5 Reasons You Should Never Agree to a Police Search (Even if You Have Nothing to Hide) 1. It’s your constitutional right. The 4th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects us against unreasonable searches and seizures. Unless police have strong evidence…