Fort Lauderdale’s beaches, nightlife, and year-round sunshine attract millions of visitors annually. From spring breakers to business travelers, tourists flock to Broward County to enjoy everything South Florida has to offer. But what happens when a vacation takes an unexpected turn—when a night out results in an arrest, or a…
When travelers are arrested for bringing a firearm through security at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), they often focus solely on the criminal charges they’re facing. What many don’t realize until it’s too late is that they’re actually confronting two separate legal battles: state criminal prosecution under Florida law and…
If you’ve been charged with a crime in Fort Lauderdale, you’ll likely hear the term “plea bargain” early and often. Prosecutors may offer one. Your criminal defense attorney will discuss whether you should accept it. Friends or family might advise you to “just take the deal.” But what exactly is…
The flashing lights in your rearview mirror trigger an all-too-familiar dread. But this time, the stakes are exponentially higher. If you’ve been convicted of DUI before, a new arrest isn’t just another legal hurdle—it’s a potential gateway to life-altering consequences that could include years behind bars, permanent license revocation, and…
Despite Florida’s generally gun-friendly laws, including the recent constitutional carry legislation, airports remain strictly-regulated environments when it comes to firearm possession. The Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport offers service to more than 35 million passengers to 135+ destinations annually. There are more than 700 daily flights to and from the airport…
Domestic violence charges in Fort Lauderdale can have life-altering consequences — but many of our clients walk through the doors burdened with myths and misunderstandings of how these cases work under Florida law. Separating fact from fiction is essential when navigating the criminal justice system. Hiring an experienced criminal defense…
If you’ve been pulled over for suspected driving under the influence (DUI) in Florida, one of the most critical moments may come when an officer requests that you take a breathalyzer test. This seemingly simple request carries significant legal weight because of Florida’s implied consent law. Refusing to submit to…
A new Florida statute going into effect Oct. 1, 2024 will make it easier for law enforcement officers to verify whether you’re in violation of a Fort Lauderdale domestic violence restraining order. The new law allows recipients of Florida protection orders to carry a single, wallet-sized card, called “Hope Cards,”…
The notion of making “evidence-based” decisions in a criminal case sounds like an all-around positive – right? After all, detention, arrest, conviction – all of that is “evidence-based.” Police, prosecutors, judges, and jurors can’t simply rely on their own whims to reach conclusions. They must use evidence. However, as Fort…
One of the thorniest issues for any Fort Lauderdale criminal defense lawyer and client is whether the defendant should take the stand and testify in their own defense. Although we understand the general inclination of our clients to “have their day in court,” clearing your name isn’t nearly as simple…