How Can A No-Contact Order Be Lifted In Florida?
HOW TO LIFT A NO-CONTACT ORDER IN FLORIDA There are two basic ways to lift a no-contact order in Florida but only one of them would I consider correct. If you take the wrong approach the defendants case could be made significantly worse and may even end in a no-contact order violation. One of the things […]
Bail Or Bond In Florida Child Abuse Cases
Child abuse cases often have an extremely high bond. There are some cases that produce an emotional reaction that is extremely strong. Cases involving allegations of cruelty to animals and cruelty to children are cases where there is a strong presumption of guilt despite the fact that everyone should be presumed innocent, they know the reality […]
How Do I Plea Bargain To Get Felony Charges Dropped Or Reduced?
Disclaimer: This article is in response to questions frequently asked of Mr. Cobb and is an unedited dictation transcript. Just like talk to text on your smartphone, there may be misspelled words or sentence fragments. My first response to that question would be very simple, you don’t! However if a person is absolutely determined not to […]
How Do You Use SPECT Brain Imaging As A Defense In Child Abuse Cases?
Disclaimer: This article is in response to questions frequently asked of Mr. Cobb and is an unedited dictation transcript. Just like talk to text on your smartphone, there may be misspelled words or sentence fragments. I was recently honored and privileged to be interviewed and later have an entire chapter written up about what I do […]
What Is The Flow Of Events After A Child Abuse Allegation Is Made?
Disclaimer: This article is in response to questions frequently asked of Mr. Cobb and is an unedited dictation transcript. Just like talk to text on your smartphone, there may be misspelled words or sentence fragments. There are a lot of factors that determine the flow of events after a child abuse allegation has been made. You […]
What Are The Penalties For A Child Abuse Conviction In Florida?
Disclaimer: This article is in response to questions frequently asked of Mr. Cobb and is an unedited dictation transcript. Just like talk to text on your smartphone, there may be misspelled words or sentence fragments. Simply put, the penalties for a child abuse conviction in Florida are bad. Depending on the type of child abuse involved, […]
What Actually Is A No-Contact Order In Florida?
Disclaimer: This article is in response to questions frequently asked of Mr. Cobb and is an unedited dictation transcript. Just like talk to text on your smartphone, there may be misspelled words or sentence fragments. When someone is arrested for a sexual offense involving another person, a domestic violence offense, and certain other types of personal […]
What Happens If A Child Recants Allegations Of Abuse?
In the context of child abuse cases, sex offense cases and especially domestic violence cases, people often ask whether or not the charges will be dropped if the victim recants his or her allegation. The answer is no; only the state of Florida can file formal charges. When someone reports that there may have been […]
What Is Actually Considered As Child Abuse In Florida?
Disclaimer: This article is in response to questions frequently asked of Mr. Cobb and is an unedited dictation transcript. Just like talk to text on your smartphone, there may be misspelled words or sentence fragments. Florida statute 827.03 defines the abuse of children in multiple ways. Aggravated child abuse involves something along the lines of a […]
What Can I Do If I Am Unable To Have My Record Expunged?
Disclaimer: This article is in response to questions frequently asked of Mr. Cobb and is an unedited dictation transcript. Just like talk to text on your smartphone, there may be misspelled words or sentence fragments. This question used to not exist at all back in the day before the internet that was never even an issue. […]