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Does the Miranda Warning Always Apply in Florida?

March 20, 2021

If you’ve watched any police procedurals in your lifetime, you’ve heard the Miranda warnings: “You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, one... View Article

Can a Child Choose Which Parent to Live With?

February 17, 2021

Divorce is just as hard on the children as it is on the parents, especially if there’s a custody battle involved. Child custody decisions in Tavares, FL can be difficult when your child is expressing a preference to live with their other parent, despite your personal desires or concerns. Can... View Article

Should I Hire a PI Without Telling My Attorney?

February 5, 2021

Going through divorce proceedings in Tavares, FL is difficult, especially if you suspect your soon-to-be-ex-spouse is hiding something. Some clients, frustrated by their lack of forward motion, decide to hire private investigators to gather more evidence. Private investigators are often used to help with legal cases, but that doesn’t mean... View Article

How to Reduce a Felony to a Misdemeanor

December 30, 2020

You’re probably aware that being charged with a felony doesn’t mean you’ll necessarily be punished for one, but do you know why and how that occurs? Felonies, which are a category of more serious crimes, carry hefty fines and prison time, whereas misdemeanors are crimes that are punishable by up... View Article

Do I Need a DNA Test for Child Support?

December 28, 2020

Many child support questions in Tavares, FL involve the need for DNA tests. Whether you need one to collect child support depends on the circumstances of your case. When a father acknowledges a child, you usually do not need a DNA test. But that can change, and sometimes, paternity testing... View Article

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