Category Archives: Criminal Defense
Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Deputy Under Hot Water, Criminal Charges for Allegedly Selling Drugs
Miami residents and men and women in blue got a shock this past week when a Miami-Dade deputy police officer was arrested for allegedly selling drugs. The somewhat unusual police-officer-turned-alleged drug criminal involved MDMA, or “molly” pills, and a cruise hosting a dance festival. According to local news reports, Deputy Francisco Mello of the… Read More »
Miami Beach Man Arrested after Assaulting Bar Employee, Hurling Racist Insults, Now Facing Disorderly Conduct Charges
A Miami Beach man is facing criminal charges after allegedly making a racist and violent scene at a Miami Beach bar. According to local news reports, Michael Nixon, 42 years old, from Arlington, Virginia, was arrested after he refused to pay his bar tab. Investigators believe that Nixon visited Norman’s Tavern in Miami Beach… Read More »
Do I Really Need a Miami Criminal Lawyer for My Drug Offense Case? Find Out Why You Should Consider a Lawyer to Defend Against Drug Charges in Miami
Getting arrested in Miami for drug crimes can seem like the scariest thing possible to some Miami residents who have been hit with drug charges. While drugs like marijuana are legal in many other states, the truth of the matter is that recreational marijuana is still illegal in Miami, along with other popular recreational… Read More »
Can a Dinner Plate be a Deadly Weapon in Miami? This Boca Raton Case Indicates Maybe
Can a common household item that is not intended for violence be considered a deadly weapon in Miami under Florida criminal laws? A case from Boca Raton indicates that it just may be. According to local news reports the Miami New Times, 52-year-old Mark Roher was arrested and charged with felony aggravated battery with… Read More »
Two Men Arrested on Murder Charges in Miami-Dade County – What is the Maximum Penalty for Second-Degree Murder in Miami?
Two men have been arrested in Miami-Dade County after a shooting in which one person died, and another was seriously injured. According to local news reports, 31-year-old Andrew Riley and 20-year-old John Lockey were arrested on second-degree murder and other serious criminal charges for their alleged role in a December 22 shooting in which… Read More »
Criminal Convictions in Miami: Did You Know about These 5 Potential Consequences of Being Hit with a Criminal Conviction under Florida Criminal Laws?
While most Miami residents are aware that being convicted with a crime under Florida criminal laws can carry with it harsh penalties and potential jail time, the truth of the matter is that there are a number of other potential consequences that Miami criminal convictions can carry with them. Indeed, besides the penalties that… Read More »
Miami Mother Faces Criminal Charges for Leaving 5-Year-Old Child in Car – Where to Go for Legal Help if You are Facing Criminal Charges in Miami
A Miami woman is now facing criminal charges after an incident involving her 5-year-old daughter earlier this week. According to local news reports, Valerie Victoria Vicente, a 33-year-old woman from the Miami-Dade area, was charged with child neglect without the element of great bodily harm after she allegedly left her 5-year-old daughter alone and… Read More »
Opa-locka Christmas Light Arrest Puts Miami Holiday Enthusiasts on Edge about Decking Out Cars with Lights
There is no doubt that decorating one’s home with colorful Christmas lights, garlands and wreaths, and, of course, the Christmas tree, is a significant Christmas pastime and tradition for many Miami families. This year, however, some Miami Christmas enthusiasts are taking things one step further, and decking out their cars and trucks with bright… Read More »
Miami Police Lieutenant’s Domestic Violence Arrest Shows Even Cops Can be Charged with Serious, Violent Crimes – What You Can Do if You are Arrest for DV in Miami
With the 2024 Christmas holiday just around the corner, some Miami residents were shocked to hear the news that one of the men in blue that they depend on for safety and protection was arrested for harming a member of his own family. According to local news reports, Miami Police lieutenant Thomas Carroll, a… Read More »
Miami Criminal Procedure 101: What is an “Arraignment” and Do I Need a Lawyer for My Arraignment Hearing in Miami?
Although many Miami residents and individuals likely have some familiarity with the criminal law process – perhaps by watching television shows like Law & Order, Cops, or by watching the process play out first-hand when a friend or family member is charged – there is no doubt that criminal procedure under Florida laws in… Read More »
