Category: Criminal Defense
How Long Does the Prosecution Have to Provide Discovery?
At Buda Law, we understand the urgency of accessing discovery materials in the defense process, as it affects every aspect of preparing a defense strategy. ...
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Florida Criminal Punishment Code Scoresheet
The Florida Criminal Punishment Code Scoresheet is an instrumental tool for criminal defense attorneys, offering a structured framework to navigate the complexities of sentencing in ...
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Can Police Press Charges if The Victim Doesn’t Want To?
The belief that law enforcement officers are powerless to press charges when a victim refuses is a common misunderstanding that often leads to confusion about ...
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What is Dealing in Stolen Property?
In the face of criminal charges related to dealing in stolen property in Florida, the importance of securing skilled legal representation cannot be overstated. Understanding ...
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What Does Adjudication Withheld Mean?
Everyone is guilty of making a mistake or two in their life, but when that mistake could lead to a conviction, it can significantly affect ...
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What Does Mens Rea Mean in Law?
The terminology used in criminal law can be extremely confusing. The United States legal system is a direct descendant of the European system, which is ...
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What is Soliciting a Minor?
While many of us know that having sex with a minor as an adult is illegal, did you know that just asking a minor for ...
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What are the Penalties for Petty Theft in Florida?
In Florida, a person can be charged with two types of theft crimes – petit theft and grand theft. Florida uses the term “petit” (French ...
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What is Criminal Mischief?
Criminal mischief, also known as vandalism, may not seem like a big deal. There’s graffiti everywhere! However, when a person purposefully paints graffiti on a ...
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