Category Archives: Criminal Defense
Can a Juvenile in Florida Be Questioned by Police Without Their Parent Present?
For parents, there are few things more stressful than finding out that your child has run into trouble with the police. You have the right to protect your kid. This raises an important question: Can a minor in Florida be questioned by law enforcement without a parent? The answer is “it depends”—while there are… Read More »
Can a Routine Traffic Stop Lead to a Drug Search?
You are pulled over for a routine traffic stop. You have important legal rights. This raises an important question: Can police search your car for drugs during an ordinary traffic stop? The short answer is “no”—or, more accurately, they cannot lawfully conduct a drug search without probable cause. If probable cause exists, a search… Read More »
What are “Degrees” of Drug Crimes?
Each US State has its own unique way of approaching criminal justice, and Florida is no exception. While the Sunshine State shares many similarities with other states, a defining characteristic is its system of “degrees.” If you are new to Florida or you have never encountered criminal charges, this system might seem a little… Read More »
How to Stay Safe From Drunk Drivers Around New Year’s Eve
According to the National Safety Council, 40% of all fatal crashes between December 25 and January 1 involve drunk drivers. This is something that motorists in Florida must be aware of. Even if you responsibly decide to get a ride home after a few too many, there is no guarantee that other intoxicated drivers… Read More »
Three Common Ways a Florida Breathalyzer Can Be Wrong
At the Law Office of Denise Miller, our criminal defense attorney in Stuart explains to each of our clients who are arrested and charged with a DUI in Florida that whether you were stopped at a sobriety checkpoint or pulled over for a traffic violation and were presented with a breathalyzer, there are several ways the reading could have… Read More »
When Can Criminal Charges Be Dismissed in Florida?
At the Law Office of Denise Miller, our criminal defense attorney in Stuart, Florida understands that when most people are arrested, whether it is for a DUI or a drug crime, they may have a lot of questions about what happens next. Facing the unknown after an arrest can be terrifying. That is why it is important to… Read More »
Mixed Marijuana Legal Statuses Can Lead to Criminal Charges in Parts of Florida
The State of Florida has several jurisdictions that have passed resolutions or laws that decriminalize the possession of marijuana or other cannabis products. Several Florida cities and counties have passed ordinances that give their local police officers the discretion to present citations to those who may have been arrested for possession of under 20… Read More »
