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Disturbing the Peace in Unusual Ways
Disturbing the peace can happen in many ways. Called “breaching the peace” or “disorderly conduct” in the Florida Statutes, this crime has been defined with intentional vagueness. By leaving the ...
Miami Beach Businessman Convicted of Largest Medicare Fraud Scheme in History
Medicare fraud is a crime against the federal government. As such, it is prosecuted in federal court and carries the enhanced penalties of a federal crime. Even seemingly minor instances ...
Road Rage Incidents Can Lead to Criminal Charges
For anyone who regularly drives in Miami, road rage is an unfortunate part of life. Most words and gestures are harmless (if irritating). Sometimes, however, road rage escalates into physical ...
Crimes Against the Elderly in Florida’s Large Retirement Population
Across the country, criminal statutes are being amended to provide clear guidance and strict penalties for those who abuse the elderly. Here in Florida, with our large retiree population, such ...
Criminal Convictions Can Affect Your Parenting Rights
There are many consequences to a criminal conviction. Some, like jail time and court fines, are expected. Others are less obvious: persons convicted of a felony automatically lose their civil ...