Florida Criminal Defense Blog
Is entering an unlocked home illegal in Florida? Learn how intent, not forced entry, determines burglary charges and what Florida law actually says.
Learn how federal sentencing guidelines are calculated in Florida, what affects your range, and how our former prosecutors fight for reduced penalties.
Learn how Florida handles actual and constructive drug possession and what matters when you had no knowledge of the substances in Fort Lauderdale cases.
Unauthorized use of a credit card in Florida can result in felony charges and jail time. Learn penalties, defenses, and when to call a lawyer.
Facing a probation violation in Fort Lauderdale? Read our blog to learn when charges may be dismissed and why fast action with a skilled attorney is essential.
Filing for bankruptcy is often a stressful and personal choice involving serious legal and financial effects. However, when documents submitted in a bankruptcy case […]
Arrested for a gun charge in Florida? Learn what to do next and how a skilled defense lawyer can protect your rights and future. Free consultation.
If you’ve been arrested or are under investigation for a violent offense in Florida, you may have heard the terms “aggravated assault” and “battery” […]
Facing drug manufacturing charges in Florida? Learn how penalties are determined, what defenses may apply, and how a lawyer can help protect your rights.
Florida’s warm weather and expansive waterways make it one of the most popular places in the country for boating. Boating is part of the […]
Are you facing a non-bondable offense in Florida? Learn how an Arthur hearing can determine your eligibility for bail. Read more on our blog.
Perjury is a felony in Florida. Find out what constitutes perjury, the legal consequences, and how a defense attorney can help.
Explore the critical exceptions to the search warrant requirement and learn when police can legally conduct searches without a warrant.
From public intoxication to drug possession, learn about the most common spring break arrests in Florida and how to avoid trouble.
Founding partner John S. Hager of Hager & Schwartz, P.A. was featured in a recent USA Today article regarding a high-profile arrest involving a […]
