July 19, 2016
What is the Difference Between Joyriding and Stealing a Car?
This may seem like something that a third-grader would know, but you’d be surprised how…
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July 11, 2016
Did you know that a misdemeanor conviction can inflict the same long-term consequences as a felony conviction?
“Convicted Criminal” – we’ve all heard that term in some context or another -- and…
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June 30, 2016
Controlled Substances – What Defines Possession?
Under Florida law, possession of a controlled substance, such as marijuana, is defined as the…
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June 20, 2016
Simple Assault in Florida
The definition of simple assault (misdemeanor) is contained in Section 784.011, Florida Statutes. Under the…
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June 10, 2016
Florida Rape Laws
Currently, under Florida state laws, rape is included under the offense of “sexual battery” and…
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June 2, 2016
Think You’re O.K. to Drive the Morning After? Think Again!
After a late night out drinking and celebrating with friends, you do the right thing…
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May 27, 2016
Memorial Day Weekend Safety Tips: Don’t Turn a Good Day Into a Bad Day!
According to the American Automobile Association, this year approximately 700,000 more people will travel this…
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May 19, 2016
Nothing Simple About Simple Possession
Here at the Misdemeanor Clinic, we know that good people can have bad days. If…
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May 16, 2016
Petty Theft — a Not-So-Petty Deal!
What is Petty Theft? Petty Theft, in general terms, is when someone takes something of…
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May 4, 2016
New law requires Boca businesses to post signs about underage drinking laws
As reported by Emily Miller of the Sun Sentinel last week, Boca Raton’s elected officials…
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