Category: Criminal Defense

The Process of Getting Someone Out of Jail in Florida: How Long Will It Take?

by Jonathan Blecher | March 16, 2017 | Criminal Defense

The length of time it will take to be released from jail after an arrest will vary, based upon the type of criminal charge. Some crimes will require that bail is posted, which makes the process longer, particularly if a bail hearing is necessary. In other cases, a person may be released on his or […]

Steps to Clear Your Criminal Record in Florida

by Jonathan Blecher | March 14, 2017 | Criminal Defense

Record Sealing or Expungement Criminal records can be cleared in several different ways in the State of Florida. Criminal cases that have been dismissed by a judge or dropped by the state can be eligible for expungement. An expungement will result in the destruction of the criminal history record at the Clerk’s offices and will […]

Understanding Warrant Requirements for Arrests in Florida

by Jonathan Blecher | March 10, 2017 | Criminal Defense

The police do not necessarily need a warrant to place you under arrest. If a police officer believes (or claims to believe) that there is probable cause that a crime is being committed, or has been committed and that you are the suspect, you can be placed under arrest. The driving conduct could be: Speeding […]

The Role of Ethical Obligations in Legal Discovery in the Age of Social Media

Social media websites present a new battleground for discovery disclosures and present ethical implications for attorneys. Clients need to be informed about the risk that social media can pose to them without overstepping the boundaries of ethical behavior. Evidence and Social Media Although it seems like an ordinary reaction to most social media blunders, it […]

Understanding Warrantless Searches: What Police Can and Can’t Do in Your Home

by Jonathan Blecher | March 8, 2017 | Criminal Defense

When the police have a search warrant for your home, it may be limited. The warrant must describe exactly where they want to search, and what they are looking for – drugs, guns, stolen property or other items of evidence in a criminal case. The police then have the right to search anywhere in your […]