by RJ Ferraro | Feb 17, 2015 | Criminal Defense, Legal Principles
Drug charges are serious offenses, but there are varying degrees of seriousness. It all depends on the type of drug, and your level of involvement. For instance, possession is a less serious charge than distribution, and possession of marijuana is not as severe a...
by RJ Ferraro | Feb 16, 2015 | Criminal Defense, DUI Defense
In Florida, when you are arrested for DUI the law is that the very act of driving on the state’s highways means you are considered to have consented to giving a breath test. That said, there are instances where you can refuse to submit to the breath test. If there has...
by RJ Ferraro | Feb 13, 2015 | Criminal Defense, DUI Defense
Everywhere you look you can see evidence of how quickly time goes by. From posts on social media that seemed like yesterday but were really 5 years ago, to how fast the time seems pass from the day you enter college to the day you leave it isn’t hard to find examples...
by RJ Ferraro | Feb 12, 2015 | Criminal Defense, Legal Principles
Having a criminal record can interfere with your ability to obtain employment and certain other privileges. Without a job it will be difficult to support yourself and your family. The weight of the knowledge that your past follows you around can cause undue stress and...
by RJ Ferraro | Feb 11, 2015 | Criminal Defense, Legal Principles
Being placed on probation can be the best way to avoid serving time in jail, but it can also be the best way to land yourself in jail. If you fail to abide by the terms of your probation, the likelihood you will be required to serve time is very real. In order to...
by RJ Ferraro | Feb 10, 2015 | Criminal Defense
The fines and penalties associated with traffic tickets can take a serious bite out of your pocketbook. In addition to high fines, you also face an increase in your auto insurance. These significant financial pitfalls make paying a traffic ticket less appealing than...
