The good news is that many first-time DUI defendants in Florida do not serve jail time. Instead, courts often impose alternatives such as probation, fines, DUI school, community service, counseling, or ignition interlock requirements. Whether or not jail is part of the outcome depends on the circumstances of your arrest, the policies of the prosecutor’s office, […]
Year: 2025
Miami is one of the busiest federal jurisdictions in the United States. Because of its international ports, financial centers, and proximity to Latin America and the Caribbean, federal prosecutors in South Florida bring thousands of cases every year. Many of those involve conspiracy charges — a powerful tool the government uses to target groups of people allegedly […]
Domestic violence charges are among the most serious criminal allegations a person can face in Florida. A conviction can lead to jail time, restraining orders, and loss of civil rights. But for non-U.S. citizens, the consequences can be even more severe. A domestic violence conviction may trigger immigration penalties such as deportation, inadmissibility, or denial […]
In Florida, sexual battery is defined under Florida Statutes § 794.011 as non-consensual sexual activity. While the term “rape” is often used in everyday language, Florida law classifies most such conduct under the umbrella of sexual battery. Several key points stand out: Consent is central: If the state alleges that the act occurred without consent, or that the […]
DUI checkpoints are a common law enforcement tool in Broward County, particularly on weekends, holidays, or during special events like spring break. These checkpoints are designed to detect and deter impaired driving, but they operate differently from ordinary traffic stops. Unlike a typical DUI stop, you haven’t been pulled over for bad driving. At a […]
Under Florida law, police have broad discretion to arrest if they believe probable cause exists, even when the evidence is thin or the alleged victim insists they do not want charges filed. Once that arrest occurs, the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office takes control of the case. From that moment forward, it is no longer up […]
For licensed professionals, physicians and nurses, pilots, lawyers, real estate agents, financial advisors, executives, the real damage is often collateral: mandatory self-reporting to boards, public licensing records, credentialing or employment fallout, travel and insurance issues, and background checks that are flagged. Florida law makes these risks sharper than many realize because DUI adjudication cannot be […]
South Florida sits at the crossroads of global finance and world-class medicine and it’s also a focal point for federal health-care enforcement. If you run a clinic, DME company, lab, home health, hospice, behavioral health facility, or you’re a physician or executive in Miami-Dade, Broward, or Palm Beach, it’s essential to understand what actually sets an investigation […]
Introduction The consequences of a drug possession charge depend heavily on the type of substance, the amount involved, and the circumstances of the arrest. What begins as a misdemeanor for personal use can quickly escalate into a felony carrying prison time, heavy fines, and a permanent criminal record. Understanding where the line is drawn between […]
Florida law takes impaired driving very seriously, and even a first offense carries penalties that can change your life. Jail time, steep fines, the loss of your driver’s license, and a permanent criminal record are only the beginning. A conviction can affect your job, your insurance rates, and your ability to drive. At George Law, we know […]