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Recent Posts from Jacksonville Criminal Attorney Blog

  • Risk Assessments for Sex Offenders in Florida

    If a defendant is put on probation for a sex offense in Jacksonville, in order for him or her to have contact with a minor, a risk assessment must be completed and presented to the…

  • Nassau County Teacher Facing Sex Charges

    A teacher has been arrested in Nassau County for unlawful sexual activity with a 17 year-old, child abuse, contributing to the delinquency of a minor, and other crimes. Stephen Turner is a teacher at Fernandina…

  • DUI on a Lawnmower

    When most people get arrested for DUI (Driving Under the Influence) in Florida, they have been driving a car. DUI law prohibits you from driving a "motor vehicle" while impaired. Police in Marion County arrested…

  • Jacksonville Criminal Lawyer, Tori Mussallem, Reviewed

    Our Jacksonville Criminal Attorney, Tori Mussallem, received a 5 star review from a former client. The client was arrested in Jacksonville for aggravated battery and through her work, Ms. Mussallem was able to get his…

  • Duties of the Prosecutor and Criminal Defense Attorney in Jacksonville

    After an arrest in Jacksonville, different attorneys have different duties to our criminal justice system. The assistant state attorney is the person prosecuting the case. It is their job to bring the highest charge against…

  • Exploitation of the Elderly

    The state of Florid has many laws that protect elderly people. An elder person is defined as someone who is 60 years-old or older who suffers from the infirmities of aging. It is a crime…

  • Nuisance Laws in Florida

    There are many crimes in Florida that prohibit committing "nuisance" crimes. Here are some interesting ones: 1. You can't build a bonfire within 10 rods of a house or building. If you do, you can…

  • Crimes Against Computer Users

    There are several crimes in Florida that cover computer, or cyber-crime. It is against the laws in Florida to willfully and knowingly (without authorization): 1. Access any computer or computer system or network. 2. Disrupt…

  • Firearm and Weapon Definitions in Florida

    There are many crimes in Jacksonville and all of Florida concerning guns. You can be arrested for carrying a concealed firearm, possession of a gun by a convicted felon, improper discharge, etc. Here are some…

  • Kidnapping in Florida

    Kidnapping and False Imprisonment are different crimes in Florida. Kidnapping is when someone forcibly abducts or imprisons someone against his or her will without authority. The "kidnapper" must also have the intent to hold the…


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