Florida Criminal Defense Blog

Learn about how Florida categorizes and punishes internet crime.

The criminalization of prostitution is a controversial topic in America.

You’re not in the clear just because you didn’t physically commit the crime.

Broward County attorneys answer your questions about grand theft auto and defend you with power and skill against charges of motor vehicle theft.

Whether a weapon was mishandled, unknowingly fired, or another miscellaneous circumstance has arisen, you are better off knowing about the laws surrounding misuse of a firearm.

Florida enforces several laws prohibiting or restricting the manufacture, transportation, transfer, sale, or possession of certain firearms and other dangerous weapons.

If you are charged with this crime, it can fall under possession with intent to distribute or a similar drug distribution charge. Individuals are often accused of this if police find bags or containers with a controlled substance.

Tax evasion charges, unfortunately, can be very common to those who forget to file their taxes. People often feel like they can’t pay the amount the government requires, or they may have just been too distracted to file their return. Whatever the case may be, the federal government and IRS takes tax violations very seriously.

A person's identity is unique, and it acts like a fingerprint for bank accounts, credit reports, and very important life details. Identity theft is defined as a crime that involves one person stealing or using another person's identity or personal information in a way that includes fraud and deception for monetary gain.

Money Laundering is considered a federal white-collar crime; however, there are also separate state laws that make legislation around what constitutes it.

Although most DUI charges are classified as misdemeanors, there are certain instances in which someone may be given a felony sentence.

Ever wondered how you shouldn't react to getting pulled over for DUI suspicion? Our Broward defense attorneys explain the top three worst things you can do.

Read our blog or contact Hager & Schwartz, P.A. today to learn about the diversion programs available in Broward County for misdemeanor and felony offenders.

This candy-filled holiday can result in dozens of arrests around the country. Here is a quick guide on which crimes are committed at higher rates on October 31.

What is considered property damage? Juvenile vandalism and graffiti are considered serious offenses in the state of Florida and may result in severe consequences.