When a confrontation turns violent, people often have only seconds to react. Florida’s self-defense laws recognize that reality, allowing people to defend themselves without retreating first. Yet these laws are often misunderstood, and mistakes can put someone at risk...
When the police pull you over, you nervously wait in your car, hoping that you do everything right. You do not want to get arrested. You do not want to escalate the situation because you’re worried that the police may resort to deadly force. You just want to get the...
Vacations are a time to cut loose and relax. However, the consequences of a DUI may follow you back home. Picture yourself driving back to the hotel after a few drinks on the Florida beach, when an officer stops you for not observing a local traffic law. The next...
Another Florida bike rider was seriously injured in an accident with a car. According to Local10.com, the Weston woman was riding through a roundabout when she was hit by a vehicle around 7:30 a.m. on Feb. 22. The woman is an Ironman Triathlon competitor The woman was...
In Florida, you do not have to have a permit to purchase a gun, but you must pass a background check and meet several federal and state requirements. If you are shopping for a new gun, it can be helpful to know the requirements before trying to make a purchase. Not...
In the 1980’s, Florida’s coastal location helped the illegal trafficking of cocaine and other illicit drugs spread across the United States. This summer, 75 pounds of floating cocaine was discovered off of the coast of Florida, reminding law enforcement officials that...
Florida is a hot spot for family vacations. Vero Beach is no exception. The resorts, sun, sand and atmosphere are alluring. Kids and adults alike can find activities they enjoy. You discovered all of this while researching nearby places to take your family. You want...