December 17, 2025
Learn how federal sentencing guidelines are calculated in Florida, what affects your range, and how our former prosecutors fight for reduced penalties.
December 17, 2025
Learn how Florida handles actual and constructive drug possession and what matters when you had no knowledge of the substances in Fort Lauderdale cases.
December 8, 2025
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.
October 5, 2025
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.
August 17, 2025
Filing for bankruptcy is often a stressful and personal choice involving serious legal and financial effects. However, when documents submitted in a bankruptcy case […]
July 13, 2025
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.
June 8, 2025
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” […]
May 12, 2025
Facing drug manufacturing charges in Florida? Learn how penalties are determined, what defenses may apply, and how a lawyer can help protect your rights.
April 28, 2025
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 […]
March 24, 2025
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.
March 1, 2025
Perjury is a felony in Florida. Find out what constitutes perjury, the legal consequences, and how a defense attorney can help.
February 2, 2025
Explore the critical exceptions to the search warrant requirement and learn when police can legally conduct searches without a warrant.
February 2, 2025
From public intoxication to drug possession, learn about the most common spring break arrests in Florida and how to avoid trouble.
January 2, 2025
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 […]
October 16, 2024
Explore Florida's stop and ID laws to understand when you must show your ID to law enforcement and how these rules affect your rights during a police stop.
