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PBS NewsHour published a short documentary last year about state laws governing compensation for the wrongfully accused and how many of these states offer nothing to those exonerated.

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If you knowingly take and use, or have the intent to use, property entitled to another, you commit theft. If charged for a theft crime here in Florida, you could face multiple penalties, including jail time and heavy fines, depending on the severity of the crime.

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In 1994, Bill Clinton signed the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act which committed to an overall decrease in crime throughout the country, including more police on the street and stricter firearms laws.

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Laws regarding the Juvenile Justice System are governed, enacted, and regulated on a state basis. The state acts as a parent to a youth who is charged with a juvenile crime. This is called the parens patriae doctrine.

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Proof.  That’s what the state needs to adjudicate you guilty in the criminal courts.  When you plead guilty, especially in first appearance, you likely have not received or reviewed ANY of the evidence that the state allegedly has against you.

* All information presented in this article reflects the official 2014 Florida Statutes.

First, it is important to know that Florida law enforcement can arrest you without a warrant if there is probable cause to believe that you are in possession of illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia (Florida Statute 893.13). The laws are strict, and it is very important for you to be aware of these laws, especially if you have been accused and have yet to consult with a defense attorney.

As Jacksonville criminal attorneys, we ourselves use a variety of resources to help you find the best solution to your unique case. Along with those resources, we've provided links to other information you may find helpful in the meantime.

What may seem legal or logical on the outside may be the complete opposite of the truth. Sometimes, there are more to local or federal laws than you know. Here are 5 of the most common misconceptions we've seen with our own clients.

According to a recent article published in The Florida Times Union, Florida’s Republican-led Legislature is keeping alive Senate Bill 176 that would allow people with concealed weapons permits to carry guns on 12 state university campuses.

In 2014, Florida alone had 676 drunk driving fatalities, with drivers having a .08% BAC or higher. This represents around 28% of all traffic-related deaths that year.