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Sharing sexy pictures online can lead to Florida criminal charges

On Behalf of Sheppard, White, Kachergus & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law | Feb 21, 2022 | Criminal Defense

Many couples share racy photographs with one another when they first start dating or during a period of separation due to work or travel. They may even make videos of their intimate moments together for their personal enjoyment.  You may think, once someone sent you a...

Can you be arrested if you call the police for a friend’s overdose?

On Behalf of Sheppard, White, Kachergus & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law | Feb 5, 2022 | Criminal Defense

In many cases when someone overdoses on illegal drugs, they are with other individuals who have also taken those drugs. These people have not overdosed and could call the authorities to seek help. You also find this situation when young people have been drinking...

Will Florida legalize testing tools that prevent drug deaths?

On Behalf of Sheppard, White, Kachergus & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law | Jan 23, 2022 | Drug Crimes

Drug paraphernalia laws in states across the country – including Florida – are typically very broad. They often include items that are used to test substances. Florida law regarding paraphernalia includes “testing equipment used, intended for use, or designed for use...

How likely are you to face another DUI charge later in life?

On Behalf of Sheppard, White, Kachergus & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law | Jan 12, 2022 | DUI Defense

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) charges in Florida can result in multiple consequences for the person accused. Jail time, license suspensions and large fines are among the most common penalties for Florida DUIs. A driver with one or more previous drunk-driving...

Facing DUI charges? Your traffic stop might have been unlawful

On Behalf of Sheppard, White, Kachergus & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law | Jan 11, 2022 | DUI Defense

Did the police have reasonable suspicion to pull you over and test you for driving under the influence? If not, that violates your rights vested in the constitution. The Fourth Amendment protects you from unlawful search and seizure, which could heavily weigh in on...

What are the defenses for discharging a firearm in Florida?

On Behalf of Sheppard, White, Kachergus & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law | Dec 22, 2021 | Criminal Defense

In Florida, there are laws that dictate how you can or cannot use weapons. Discharging a firearm could end up leading to criminal charges, but only in some cases.  Any person who discharges a firearm in the street, on a public road or on a highway, for example, could...

What is the mishandling of evidence?

On Behalf of Sheppard, White, Kachergus & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law | Dec 8, 2021 | Criminal Defense

In a criminal case, the mishandling of evidence may result in the case ending in the defendant’s favor. Evidence is the core of any case, so when that evidence goes missing or is mishandled in another way, it’s reasonable to point that out as a part of your defense....

Chain of custody errors and your defense: What to know

On Behalf of Sheppard, White, Kachergus & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law | Nov 29, 2021 | Criminal Defense

If you are facing criminal charges of any kind, the evidence before court plays a significant role in determining the final verdict since it helps the prosecution prove your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. When the evidence against you is overwhelming, you may think...

Have you been entrapped into a sex act by the police?

On Behalf of Sheppard, White, Kachergus & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law | Nov 10, 2021 | Criminal Defense

You may be stunned and angry after being charged with a child sex crime. Your mind may also be working overtime, trying to pinpoint when this may have happened—but you come up blank. As a police officer begins questioning you, you remember something—but you never...

Florida legislators seek to expand DUI laws

On Behalf of Sheppard, White, Kachergus & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law | Oct 26, 2021 | DUI Defense

When the Florida legislature’s new session begins in January, lawmakers may take up two bills (one in the House and one in the Senate) that would expand the state’s DUI laws to include impairment by prescription and over-the-counter medications as well as so-called...

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