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When are Police Allowed to Search without a Warrant?
The Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution prevents the government from unreasonably searching the property or person of the average citizen. Generally speaking, law enforcement requires a warrant to execute a search on a property. The search warrant is issued by a judge and is absolutely essential to protecting your personal liberty and privacy…. Read More »
Understanding the Interlock Ignition Device for DUI Offenses
One of the potential penalties for a DUI conviction is the requirement to install an interlock ignition device on your vehicle. Basically, the interlock ignition device is a breathalyzer that’s attached to your starter. In order to start your car, you must blow into the breathalyzer. Your car won’t start if the breathalyzer detects… Read More »
Housing and Employment Restrictions for Sex Offenders
The consequences of being convicted of a sex crime extend far beyond your prison sentence. You can also face residency and job restrictions that will follow you for the rest of your life. In this article, the Tallahassee sex crimes attorneys at Luke Newman, P.A. will discuss how being on the sex offender registry… Read More »
Understanding Florida’s Felony Murder Rule
In the State of Florida, you can be charged with murder without having killed anyone at all. Florida law holds individuals responsible for deaths that occur during the commission of various crimes. This remains true even if the defendant didn’t directly cause the death or never intended to hurt anyone. Certain dangerous crimes increase… Read More »
Understanding Felony DUI in Florida
Yes, DUI can be charged as a felony in Florida if certain factors are present. In this article, the Tallahassee, FL, DUI defense lawyers at Luke Newman, P.A. will discuss when DUI is charged as a felony in Florida. When is DUI charged as a felony in Florida? The vast majority of DUIs are… Read More »
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 »
Understanding Assault and Battery Charges in Florida
Assault and battery are so often charged in tandem that it’s easy to confuse them for a single offense. But in Florida, assault and battery are considered separate crimes, both of which carry serious consequences. What is the difference between assault and battery in Florida? Assault and battery are two different crimes. The major… Read More »
