Posts Tagged ‘Violation of Probation’
(175) What is Disorderly Intoxication / Conduct in FL? – Michael Haber Miami Criminal Defense Lawyer
Thank you for asking me “What is Disorderly Intoxication / Conduct in FL?” We’ve all heard the terms disorderly intoxication or disorderly conduct, but what is it? More importantly what isn’t it? To prove this offense the State must establish…
Read More(184) What is Possession vs Possession with Intent to Sell in FL? – Michael Haber Miami Lawyer
Thank you for asking me “What is the difference between Possession and Possession with Intent to Sell in FL?” Simply stated: The Difference between possession and possession with intent to sell is 10 years. Except for possessing less than 20…
Read More(183) How to avoid a Trafficking Minimum Mandatory Sentence in FL? HaberPA Miami Lawyer
Thank you for asking me “How can I avoid a Trafficking Minimum Mandatory Sentence in FL?” The main distinguishing characteristic of a minimum mandatory – or a “min mand” sentence – is that while you are entitled to get gain…
Read More(182) How is Weight Calculated for Drug Trafficking Charges in FL? – Michael Haber Miami Lawyer
Thank you for asking me “How is Weight Calculated for Drug Trafficking Charges?” This is an excellent question and it has a simple, although one that does not have a criminal defense / criminal Defendant friendly, answer. The answer is…
Read More(180) How much time can I get for Possessing Opiates in FL? – Michael Haber Miami Criminal Lawyer
Thank you for asking me “How much time can I get for Possessing Opiates in FL?” Possession of any amount of Opiates without a valid prescription or Rx is a felony in Florida, and in FL the term “opiates” covers…
Read More(179) How much time can I get for Possessing Marijuana in FL? Michael Haber Miami Criminal Lawyer
Thank you for asking me “How much time can I get for Possessing Marijuana in FL?” In Florida Possession of Marijuana can either be a non-criminal civil infraction, a misdemeanor or a felony, all depending upon how much marijuana you…
Read More(177) What’s the difference between Drug Possession & Trafficking in FL? Haber Criminal Defense
Thank you for asking me “What is the difference between Drug Possession and Trafficking in FL?” In FL “possession” is defined as “having, holding or exercising power or control over some item”, and in the context of controlled substances it…
Read More(176) What is Loitering & Prowling in FL? – Michael A Haber Miami Criminal Defense DUI BUI Lawyer
Thank you for asking me “What is Loitering or Prowling in FL?” F.S. 856.021 is the Loitering and Prowling statute. In order to be found guilty the State must prove the following 2 elements: 1) That a person is in…
Read More(174) What is False Impersonation of a Law Enforcement Officer in FL? Michael Haber Miami Lawyer
Thank you for asking me “How do you Impersonate a Law Enforcement Officer in FL?” F.S. 843.08 makes it a crime for you to hold yourself out to be a law enforcement officer AND, while doing so, to pretend to…
Read More(173) Can I use Force to Defend Against an Unlawful Arrest in FL? – Michael Haber Criminal Lawyer
Thank you for asking me “Can I use Force to Defend Myself against an Unlawful Arrest? ” In Florida you are never permitted to use violence to resist an arrest, even if it is an unlawful arrest. However, if, during…
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