What Does The State Have To Prove To Convict Someone Of Sexual Battery With A Victim Less Than 12 Years Of Age?
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. Section 794.011(2) of the Florida Statutes provides that the state has to prove three basic elements in order to convict someone […]
How Much Does An Advanced Diagnostic Evaluation And Comprehensive Treatment Plan Cost?
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. It’s a whole lot less than prison or jail. These evaluations cost between $2,500 and $5,000, depending on who you use […]
What Is The Purpose Of A Closing Argument In A Criminal Jury Trial?
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. A closing argument is a time to summarize each side’s case for the jury. The judge will state to the jury […]
What Is The Williams Rule In Florida?
SIMILAR FACT EVIDENCE RULE Many states, including Florida, have what is known as a similar fact evidence rule. This allows a party, if they have given proper notice to the other party (and the other party has had an opportunity to file any pretrial motions objecting to the use of similar fact evidence) to admit […]
Does Possession Of A Firearm Aggravate A Felony Charge 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. A firearm aggravates any felony charge within the state of Florida. Aggravation of a felony by carrying a firearm specifically is covered by […]
What Are The Updates To Coping With Stress During Criminal Prosecution?
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. The first update is video and reading material. Coping with stress during criminal prosecution is one of our most important systems […]
Will I Be Arraigned Before I Am Released From Jail?
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. No. However, you will have a legal proceeding if you do not get what we loosely call a Booking Officer Bond. […]
What Type Of Jury Instructions Are Given By The Judge Prior To Trial?
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. Jury instructions in criminal cases in Florida are broken up in different sections. There are instructions before trial, during trial, prior […]
Are People Taken Straight To Jail On Minor In Possession Of Alcohol Charges?
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. Up until a few years ago, people were routinely given a criminal summons notice to appear when it came to minor […]
Can Minor In Possession Of Alcohol Charges Affect Jobs And Job Applications?
MINORS WITH ALCOHOL One of the most damaging aspects of minor in possession of alcohol is specific to further education as well as employment and business creation. Many people are shocked to find out that a minor in possession charge they had 15 years ago will prevent their licensure in a regulated business, whether it’s […]