Monthly Archives: May 2025
Why You Should Never Talk to the Police
A lot of folks are under the impression that they are required by law to talk to the police. They’ve heard, “You have the right to remain silent” before, but they must have forgotten when it came time to deal with police officers. As a criminal defense attorney, I can tell you by law… Read More »
Everything You Need to Know About DUI Checkpoints
According to the United States Supreme Court, DUI checkpoints and roadblocks are legal so long as the police follow certain guidelines. In addition, SCOTUS ruled that individual states can decide for themselves whether DUI checkpoints are legal. Florida is among those states that have legalized DUI checkpoints if specific guidelines are followed. In this… Read More »
What Happens During a Florida Probation Violation Hearing?
When you’re placed on probation, your probation officer will inform you of the specific rules you must follow to remain in good standing with the State of Florida. Those who disobey the conditions set by the state can be charged with a probation violation. In some cases, these charges can be resolved by agreement… Read More »
Understanding the Crime of Resisting an Officer Without Violence
In Florida, there are two separate but related crimes concerning resisting law enforcement during a detainment. Charges for resisting an officer can result in serious consequences. This is true whether you are charged with resisting an officer with violence, or without. In this article, the Tallahassee criminal defense attorneys at Luke Newman, P.A. will… Read More »
