Criminal Defense

When it comes to interactions with the police, knowledge and etiquette goes a long way. In this post, a Florida criminal defense attorney gives you the general do’s and don’ts of when an officer pulls you over.

Is “I didn’t know they were underage” a valid defense for sex crimes involving a minor? Find out in this Hager & Schwartz’s blog post.

What do festivals, spring break, and alcohol have in common: they can all lead to instances of public nudity. Therefore, it’s important to identify how and when a Florida police officer can charge someone for public nudity.

Fort Lauderdale white collar crime attorneys at Hager & Schwartz explain money laundering and “dirty money.”

Convictions of sexual misconduct can lead to severe penalties; therefore, you should know about these Florida sex laws!

Read our blog or contact our Fort Lauderdale prescription drug crime lawyers at Hager & Schwartz, P.A. today to learn about the penalties for prescription drug offenses in Florida.

False accusations of sexual assault can be devastating to the accused, so why do people make false accusations? In this post, we will talk about the psychology behind false accusations.

When we think of Miranda rights, we typically picture our favorite crime drama hero monologuing while they put someone in handcuffs. However, your Miranda rights are more than just a gimmick on tv.

Read our blog or contact our Fort Lauderdale criminal defense lawyers at Hager & Schwartz, P.A. to today learn about the most common illegal internet search terms and can lead to an arrest.

In Florida, public intoxication is not a crime, but, that doesn’t mean a drunken stupor won’t end in legal ramifications. Read this blog to learn about public drunkenness and your rights under Florida law.

Many people believe a couple of drinks helps them drive better, but is that actually true? Check out Hager & Schwartz, P.A.’s blog to find out!

Many people trust cops to uphold the law in a morally respectable way, but what if you found out the law allows cops to dabble in deception. Read this blog to learn about the lies Florida cops tell the accused.

Vacations to states where recreational cannabis consumption is legal are becoming popular. Our Fort Lauderdale drug crimes attorneys explain some things you need to know.

Marijuana-possession is easy to prosecute, but marijuana-related DUIs are not. Read our latest blog to learn more about the difficulty of getting a guilty verdict for drug DUIs in Florida!

Many people think drinking and driving is the only vehicle-related and alcohol-based charge in existence. However, you should know about Florida’s open container laws.