In a recent series on the criminal process, we've provided an overview of criminal procedure in Florida, covering the key events that occur between a formal arrest and trial date. Now, it's time to address the layout of the trial itself. Typically, both the prosecution and the Miami criminal defense attorney will present opening statements before the court at the beginning of a criminal trial. At this time, they will essentially describe the... [...]
If you or someone you love has been arrested and charged with a felony or misdemeanor in Florida, you will likely have questions about the criminal process itself, and what rights the accused retains throughout this investigation. In addition to securing an experienced Miami criminal defense lawyer, familiarizing yourself with legal procedure is an important part of your pre-trial preparation.
Previously, we've reviewed how Florida... [...]
Earlier this week, we began to break down the criminal process in Florida in order to give defendants and their loved ones a better understanding of how legal authorities in the state respond to and prosecute a criminal act.
In our last installment, we reviewed a process called plea bargaining, which - though it can take place at any point before a sentence is issued by the court - often occurs between the arraignment hearing and the trial... [...]
Facing criminal charges is undoubtedly a stressful experience, especially if you are unfamiliar with the process. While hiring an experienced Miami criminal defense attorney may be the best way to demystify this procedure and give yourself the best chance of a favorable verdict, it can also help to have a basic familiarity with how such a charge is processed and tried.
Previously, we reviewed some of the preliminary steps in the criminal... [...]
If you're being investigated for a criminal act in Florida, or someone you love has been taken into custody, you may be overwhelmed and unsure of what your options are going forward. In addition to consulting a Miami criminal defense attorney as soon as you are notified of a criminal charge, you may benefit from an overview of the process in this state. In our last blog post, we reviewed the preliminary steps in this procedure - arrest and... [...]
