One of the many benefits of hiring a well-versed Miami criminal defense attorney to handle your case it that he or she will not allow your civil liberties to be infringed upon by the prosecution. For instance, in the U.S. judicial system, the burden of proof falls squarely on the state, meaning that the prosecution must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you have committed a criminal act.
With that in mind, upon viewing the evidence and... [...]
Once you have been charged with a criminal act - be it a misdemeanor or felony - in the state of Florida, it is your legal right to be tried in a court of law. Unless your Miami criminal defense attorney can arrange a favorable deal with the opposing counsel regarding your sentence, your case will be presented and reviewed by a judge and a jury of your peers.
Because the prosecution bears the burden of proof, the state will first present... [...]
If you are facing criminal charges in the state of Florida, you undoubtedly have a few questions about what lies before you. An experienced Miami criminal defense attorney is an invaluable asset who can guide you through the criminal process and advocate on your behalf. In addition, it may also benefit you to familiarize yourself with the basics of a criminal trial and the role you will play in these proceedings.
As we have reviewed, in a... [...]
If you are on trial for a criminal offense in Florida, it falls to the prosecution to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you are guilty of the crime at hand. As such, opposing counsel will present their evidence first. This involves the presentation of any material evidence as well as the direct examination of selected witnesses. Following this line of questioning, your legal representative will have the chance to cross-examine these... [...]
In a previous post, we explained the significance of the opening statements proffered by the state prosecutor and your Miami criminal defense attorney. Once one or both of these statements have been made (based on what your legal counsel deems most appropriate and effective for your case), it will fall to the state to make a case against you.
By law, you are innocent until proven guilty, and the burden of proof lies upon the state. That means... [...]
