Author Archives: Lynette Silon-Laguna
What to do if Charged with Domestic Violence In Florida?
Due to the many awareness campaigns over the recent years that have helped victims feel safe when coming forward, domestic violence charges are becoming more and more common today. Most often, these charges are a result of an argument that got out of hand. It is true that sometimes, these disagreements do become physical, but… Read More »
What Is The Rising BAC Defense In DUI Cases In Florida?
Most Floridians know that if they are caught driving with a blood alcohol content (BAC) greater than 0.08 percent, they may be charged and convicted of driving under the influence (DUI). However, there are times when people face these charges even when their BAC was lower than the 0.08 percent outlined in the law. An experienced… Read More »
What Should You Expect During a DUI Stop?
It is always scary to hear a siren from a police car and to see the flashing lights of a police vehicle in your rearview mirror. At this point, many people do not understand why they are being pulled over. Law enforcement officers are always looking for suspicious DUI drivers to protect that driver… Read More »
What Are Defenses to Shoplifting in Florida?
Retail theft, commonly known as shoplifting, is a very common criminal offense in Florida. For those convicted though, it also has serious consequences. Even when a person is charged with a misdemeanor, they face up to 60 days in jail. More serious offenses that are classified as a felony are punishable by up to… Read More »
Can You Go to Jail for Violating Curfew?
If you have been charged for violating a curfew and have questions, our Tampa criminal defense attorneys can help. Protests have been erupting in Tampa Bay, and throughout the rest of Florida. To control the unrest and the looting that sometimes accompany these protests, some mayors around the state have been imposing curfews. These… Read More »
What are the Elements of Robbery in Florida?
In Florida, robbery is a type of theft crime, but there are elements of it that differentiate it from other types of theft. In Florida, robbery is defined as using force to take property from another person. Robbery does not always include the use of force. Even the threat of force is enough to… Read More »
A Crime/Fraud to Create Fake GoFundMe Account?
The Internet has allowed people from all over the world to reach out to each other and has created opportunities that once seemed impossible. One of these that has become incredibly popular today are crowdfunding websites, such as GoFundMe. Crowdfunding sites allow people to create a campaign and collect donations from anyone that wants… Read More »
Is Self-Defense Legal in Florida?
Not everyone accused of committing a violent act in Florida is guilty. Self-defense is an affirmative defense, meaning that the accused acknowledges that they engaged in violent and unlawful behavior, but that they also had good reason to do so. Under Florida law, a person may use non-deadly force or deadly force in self-defense,… Read More »
Can You Refuse a Breathalyzer in Florida?
Many people are not aware of their rights and obligations when they are stopped for a DUI. One of the biggest questions surrounding these stops is whether or not a person must take a breath test when asked by law enforcement. While it is true that no one can force a motorist to blow… Read More »
What is Criminal Return Fraud?
When most people think of retail theft, they first think of shoplifting. However, there is another offense that has become more common recently. That is return fraud. This type of fraud has been around ever since there were retail stores. Now that the Internet has entirely changed the way people shop though, it’s becoming… Read More »
