Most violent criminal charges hold hefty penalties. If you currently face accusations or charges of domestic violence, it helps to understand what it means. What is the difference between assault and domestic violence if someone alleges violence? According to the...

Violent crime charges can turn a person's life upside down. If you currently have allegations against you, you may not know what to do next. When you face violent crime charges, you may require a solid defense in order to prevent overly harsh sentences. What are...

Orange County, FL, appears to be in the midst of a gang war that has caused the violent crime rate, particularly regarding homicides, to spike after years of decline. Per the Orlando Sentinel, Orange, Lake, Seminole and Osceola counties saw a combined 167 homicides in...

If you are currently in a toxic relationship, or you recently broke up with a partner falsely accusing you of abuse, it is vital to review your circumstances and take steps to protect your future. Some people are wrongly accused of domestic violence, which takes many...

Past posts on this blog touched upon the fact that you may use force (even deadly force) in defending yourself (and others) in certain situations. Most might assume that any scenario where you feel threatened justifies you acting in self-defense. Such is the...

Whether you break up with a romantic partner and they want to get revenge by falsely accusing you of assault or you are simply in the wrong place at the wrong time, there are various reasons false assault allegations surface. Sadly, these accusations are devastating...

Recently, your significant other accused you of domestic violence, which led to criminal charges. You did not raise a hand against your partner, but what do you know about verbal and emotional abuse? With help from the Office on Women's Health, you can understand the...

Because most cars weigh about 4,000 pounds and can move at high rates of speed, vehicles pose some danger to drivers, passengers, pedestrians and others. If a person drives a motor vehicle recklessly and causes someone’s death, he or she may face charges for vehicular...

The 2020 census is a big time for strange social encounters. Volunteers cold-calling and knocking on doors for household information can feel invasive to some. ABC News reports on a man who drew his gun against a person he believed was a trespasser. Property defense...

There are several different types of murder charges. Defendants may wonder what a second-degree murder charge means and how it might affect their lives. Florida court systems usually categorize murders based on a person's intent. According to FindLaw, second-degree...