LICENSE SUSPENSION: DMV, HTO AND DUI
A driver’s license suspension is one of the most inconvenient things that can happen to someone. Even when you live near public transportation, few things are more reliable for getting around than driving yourself. The unfortunate part of a suspended driver’s license is that it’s always punitive. Whether you’ve been convicted of a DUI, had […]
WHAT’S YOUR NUMBER? DUIS AND YOUR METABOLISM
If you partake in alcoholic beverages even on an occasional basis, you have probably been in the position of seriously considering whether you should drive after a fun night out. You likely know your limit, whether you’ve been a drinking heavyweight from a young age or have a glass of wine here and there. Unfortunately, […]
THE INS-AND-OUTS OF BAIL AND BONDS
Even if you have never had the misfortune of being charged with a criminal offense, you have probably at least heard of the terms “bail” and “bond.” You have probably even seen large colorful signs on buildings advertising “24-hour Bail Bonds.” We’re going to take a look at what these terms mean and the industry […]
UNDERSTAND THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PROBATION AND PAROLE
Probation is a period of time one is supervised with restrictions usually in order to complete tasks. Parole is an intense supervision upon release from prison. What Happens if I Violate Probation in Florida? The Florida criminal justice system offers probation as an alternative to incarceration. Officials believe offenders of lesser crimes should be given […]
ACCUSATIONS OF PHYSICAL OR SEXUAL ABUSE – YOU HAVE A TARGET ON YOU
Every year I have someone who calls my office and says, for example: “The police want to talk to me about a girl I had sex with…. She is saying I took advantage of her….” or “ “He is saying I hit him with the frying pan, but he was…..” The panic in their voice […]
WHERE CAN YOU CARRY AND KEEP YOUR GUNS IN FLORIDA?
At Malcolm Anthony, P.A., we support the rights of legal, gun-owning citizens of Florida. Our state has many laws supporting your right to own and carry a gun, but some gun owners still find themselves in trouble when misunderstanding state and federal laws. We want to sift through some of that confusion and make sure […]
NOT GUILTY JURY VERDICT IN DUI CASE
Our client worked as a bartender for almost 20 years and knew he would never drive after drinking. He went out with friends to celebrate a new job not in the bar business and consumed alcohol. He had his friend drive his car. At the end of the night, his friend drove him to the […]
WHAT DO I DO IF THE POLICE KNOCK ON MY DOOR?
As we have in recent months, we want to continue empowering people to know their rights and understand how to conduct themselves during police interactions. One of the interactions that too many people get wrong is what to do when law enforcement comes knocking on your door. When the knock comes, you shouldn’t panic. Instead, remain […]
WHAT TO DO WHEN BEING PULLED OVER BY POLICE
The most common interaction between the public and the police is on the road. Officers are monitoring traffic and looking for anyone they believe is in violation of the law and/or putting others at risk. This means the most likely time you will speak with law enforcement is behind the wheel of a vehicle. What’s […]
WHY I CHARGE FLAT FEES
I charge “flat fees” instead of hourly rates or contingency fees. First, contingency fees are prohibited for criminal law cases. I will rarely utilize hourly rates usually in complex, lengthy, criminal cases like RICO or complex fraud cases when it is difficult to know the amount of time and effort that will be needed to […]
