by RJ Ferraro | Oct 7, 2015 | Criminal Defense
While some criminal cases do go to trial, a good majority of them are resolved by plea bargain. The terms of the agreement depend on the case, but most criminal defendants want to know what to expect before stepping foot in the Courtroom or having their attorney...
by RJ Ferraro | Oct 6, 2015 | Florida Family Law
When a person is arrested they are generally take to jail and can only get out by posting bond (or bail). The purpose of having a defendant post bond is to ensure they will show back up when their next court date arrives. For those that fail to appear, the bond is...
by RJ Ferraro | Oct 5, 2015 | Criminal Defense
The juvenile justice system is the subject of much debate not only here at home in Florida, but across the country. There are those that believe kids get lost in the system, and no real good comes from prosecuting youthful offenders. The goal is rehabilitation, but...
by RJ Ferraro | Oct 2, 2015 | Criminal Defense, DUI Defense
When you are charged with a traffic related offense, such as reckless driving or DUI, you can expect to have your driver’s license suspended. This prospect is scary for most people, because losing the ability to drive seriously interferes with your daily activities....
by RJ Ferraro | Oct 1, 2015 | DUI Defense
The range of punishment and the length of time for which you will lose your driver’s license when charged with DUI depends on the circumstances of each case. Some of the consequences are more severe than others, and it is good to know what you are up against if you...