Category: Criminal Defense
What is a no-contest plea during a criminal trial?
by Jonathan Blecher | May 23, 2022 | Criminal Defense
If you are charged with a crime in Florida, one of the most important issues you will need to explore is the type of plea you should enter during the arraignment. One of the pleas you can consider is known as a “no-contest plea.” Nolo contendere or no-contest is a Latin term that translates to […]
The Canada-U.S. border is reopening! Will a criminal record prevent a visit?
by Jonathan Blecher | August 5, 2021 | DUI, Criminal Defense
Just after midnight on August 9, 2021, the Canada-U.S. border will finally reopen for recreational travel. This is huge news for people and businesses on both sides of the border, marking the end of 16 months of severe travel restrictions. Fully vaccinated U.S. citizens and green card holders will finally be able enter into Canada, […]
MADD Proposes Mandatory IID Installation in Florida
by Jonathan Blecher | May 17, 2021 | DUI, Criminal Defense
Mandatory IID Installation in FL Would Save Lives, Says MADD Drunk driving deaths in West Virginia, Arizona, Louisiana, and New Mexico have significantly decreased after ignition interlock devices were required for all DUI offenders. Florida may be next. Currently, a first-time DUI conviction with no aggravating factors in Florida does not require you to install […]
Can You Go to Canada if You Have a DUI?
by Jonathan Blecher | May 11, 2021 | DUI, Criminal Defense
Convicted for DUI or Reckless Driving? Canada May Not Let You In. If you got a DUI or reckless driving conviction in the US, you may want to reconsider your plans to visit Canada, as the country has strict policies on immigration and tourism for foreign nationals who have a criminal record. Canadian immigration officials […]
Tips for Virtual Court Hearings
by Jonathan Blecher | May 4, 2021 | Criminal Defense
How Do I Prepare for a Zoom Court Hearing? Virtual court hearings have become the new “norm” in the COVID-19 pandemic. Although we don’t know when all Florida courts will reopen for in-person hearings, we do know that video conference hearings are the only available option for most defendants in the state. If you were […]
