It isn’t a myth. If you have been charged with a crime, contact legal counsel immediately. Does this sound straightforward? Absolutely. However, being questioned by law enforcement can be overwhelming and even disorienting.  For example, some people may continue...

Some people may dismiss information about being charged with criminal activity because they believe they will never be in that position. But imagine that one of your closest friends explains to you that they have just committed a serious crime. Now that you know that...

Federal criminal forfeiture is a federal law that enables law enforcement agencies to seize assets that were either used in conjunction with illegal activity or were bought with money gained from illegal activity. According to the Department of Justice, the purpose of...

Though we will highlight what a grand jury does, the purpose of this article is to explain what happens after a grand jury indictment. Many people have either heard of a grand jury or an indictment, but few understand what they are and why they exist. They may be...

The Constitution established that each state would have its own court system. By extension, states can draft and create laws and the courts interpret those laws as required. The structure of the federal court system is rooted in the same principles. Instead of a state...

In previous blogs, we discussed the purpose of federal sentencing guidelines, the reasoning of why they are used, and how your attorney may be able to reduce it below the mandatory minimum.  The purpose of this article is to explain a second way in which you and...

Per federal sentencing guidelines, there are mandatory minimum sentences connected with specific crimes. The basis for this is to ensure that if two people are charged with identical crimes that they will receive similar sentences—even if one was in Massachusetts and...

People who have been accused of crimes want and deserve to know the punishments they may face. This is a common question that gets raised—understandably so—when they meet with their criminal defense attorney.  The answer to this question depends on who prosecutes...

A DUI on a boat is a BUI, which is short for boating under the influence. But people do ask how DUI laws apply to people who are operating a boat. They are essentially the same with some nuances. Many people don’t know there are specific BUI laws, or that there are...

In Florida, crimes are classified into two categories: misdemeanors and felonies. Understanding how certain crimes are classified and their potential penalties can make navigating the system easier in the unfortunate circumstance that you or a loved one are charged...