What To Do At A Fort Walton Beach DUI Checkpoint
They seem to appear at regular intervals throughout the year much like spring flowers and autumn leaves. “They,” of course, refers to “DUI” or “sobriety” checkpoints. Fort Walton Beach law enforcement agencies as well as other law enforcement agencies regularly operate “DUI checkpoints” at certain times of the year, including around holidays. Even if you […]
What Would Lead To A Drug Related Charge In Florida?
Are There Any Punishments In Florida Or Crimes Against Drug Paraphernalia? Can Someone Be Charged For Anything Just For Having Actual Paraphernalia? Yes they can. One of the most dangerous situations a person can find themselves in is when they are arrested for paraphernalia that other people have had access to and used. There have […]
When And Why Should Someone In The Military Hire Civilian Criminal Defense Counsel?
First and foremost, you’re never going to get the best plea bargain if you don’t hire a civilian criminal defense attorney. The prosecutor knows that individuals fear a legal fee, will be likely to overestimate their own ability to handle a criminal case because they have been searching the internet and talking to people who […]
Why Are Brain Scans Performed On Sex Offenders?
I became an assistant public defender July the 2nd, 1990. It did not take me very long to figure out that a large of number of my clients had behavioral problems. They were getting into trouble over and over again. Each time someone got arrested again, the arrest resulted in a harsher punishment if they lost […]
Why Can’T I See My Own Doctor If I Am Injured On The Job?
If you got injured on the job, you may be entitled to receive workers compensation through the workers compensation program issued by the state. To start the process, simply speak to a workers compensation attorney and learn about your rights and what can be done in your case, as well if you are eligible to […]
Will Courts Be Lenient On Someone With A Clean Record?
DO COURTS HAVE MERCY ON PEOPLE IF THEY HAVE A CLEAN RECORD? Maybe, I don’t know: I need more information. One things is clear though – not if they are unrepresented. People make legal mistakes and don’t know until it’s too late. That’s how courthouse surprise happens. Many of my clients started out unrepresented, but […]
What Factors Do Judges Consider In Felony Sentencing?
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. Most people do not understand what factors judges take into account when coming to a decision regarding sentencing. The first thing […]
Are There Minimum Sentencing Requirements For Felony Convictions?
Legal fees for Violation of Community Control, House Arrest or Probation must be paid up front and in full. If you are looking for a lower legal fee without regard to quality, we are probably not the right legal group for you. Most misdemeanors are $3,500.00 and up while most felonies start at $5,000.00 to […]
Are There Payment Plans Available For Defense Attorneys In Okaloosa County?
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. Yes, there are payment plans for Florida Criminal Defense Attorneys in Okaloosa County. When someone starts a google search, their first […]
How Are Assault And Battery Charges Defined In Florida?
Legal fees for Violation of Community Control, House Arrest or Probation must be paid up front and in full. If you are looking for a lower legal fee without regard to quality, we are probably not the right legal group for you. Most misdemeanors are $3,500.00 and up while most felonies start at $5,000.00 to […]