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You don’t have to drive poorly to get arrested for a Florida DUI

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

There are numerous circumstances that might lead to a driving under the influence (DUI) offense in Florida. For example, if someone causes a crash, police officers will scrutinize them carefully for signs of chemical impairment. Drivers can also get arrested during a...

How to handle it when the police are at the door

On Behalf of Sheppard, White, Kachergus & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law | Oct 11, 2021 | Criminal Defense

The proverbial “cop knock” is distinctive because it’s loud and sharp -- and designed to get your attention. When you hear that noise and look out your door to find the police standing there, what do you do? First, you take a deep breath and calm your nerves. The odds...

How can you challenge the evidence in a criminal case?

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

If the police charge you with a crime, they need evidence to back up their claims. That could be verbal evidence given by an eyewitness, or physical evidence, such as a gun used to shoot someone. Finding a way to challenge the validity of that evidence may be crucial...

The distinction between drug distribution and trafficking

On Behalf of Sheppard, White, Kachergus & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law | Sep 16, 2021 | Drug Crimes

The criminal justice system in America has many moving parts. Often, this can lead to confusion over the specifics of criminal offenses. A prime example of this lies with the distinction between drug distribution and trafficking. Understanding the difference between...

3 possible defenses for your drug possession charges in Florida

On Behalf of Sheppard, White, Kachergus & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law | Sep 2, 2021 | Drug Crimes

Things can get pretty difficult if you are facing drug possession charges in Florida. Depending on the quantity and type of drugs in question, you could be staring at felony charges which attract stiff penalties.  Therefore, it is important to counter such charges,...

Can you legally pick up a prescription for a friend?

On Behalf of Sheppard, White, Kachergus & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law | Aug 20, 2021 | Criminal Defense

Imagine being stopped by the police with a bottle of pills on your passenger seat. The officer asks who they’re for, and you say they’re for a friend. They check the bottle, and it’s not in your name despite being a controlled substance. Can they arrest you? Will you...

Can I refuse to take a Breathalyzer test? 

On Behalf of Sheppard, White, Kachergus & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law | Aug 18, 2021 | DUI Defense

There are several reasons why a police officer may make the decision to pull you over and request a Breathalyzer test. For example, they may claim that you had momentarily veered into the opposite lane and they think your eyes look glassy. Perhaps you have consumed...

Here is what Florida law says about aggravated assault

On Behalf of Sheppard, White, Kachergus & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law | Aug 4, 2021 | Criminal Defense

When you are facing criminal charges, it is often not clear what the charges imply and the potential consequences you could face. One thing for sure, however, is battery or felony charges attract stiff penalties in Florida. And the potential penalties for aggravated...

Common white-collar crimes committed in Florida

On Behalf of Sheppard, White, Kachergus & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law | Jul 20, 2021 | Criminal Defense

Many terms have come to be associated with white-collar crime. Some of these include “crimes of the powerful,” "economic crime," "upper world crime" and “abuse of power.” In a digital age where information flows all around us, white-collar crime is often more...

3 common misconceptions about a DUI

On Behalf of Sheppard, White, Kachergus & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law | Jul 7, 2021 | Firm News

If the police give you a DUI ticket, you may be worried and confused. You are right to be concerned -- it is a serious charge with severe consequences.  Yet, there is no need to be confused. There are a lot of misconceptions about DUI charges, so knowing the facts is...

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