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Miami Teacher Accused Of Sex Crimes Against Minor
Sex crimes are pretty varied. There are charges ranging from prostitution to rape, to possession of child pornography, and a lot in-between. However, those charges that involve children tend to get the most attention from both the media and the authorities. Prosecutors often make it a habit to aggressively prosecute child sexual abuse — even...
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Florida Police Focus On Domestic Violence
Most people love their families. At this time of year, it is easy for the stress of the holidays to cause tension and disagreements, but the love is still there. In some situations, these disagreements snowball into physical altercations. While this is unfortunate, it is a mistake that can happen to anyone. Oftentimes, domestic violence...
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Miami Robbery Leads to Police Search
Police are searching for a man accused of armed robbery in Miami. Under Florida laws, a robbery occurs when the personal property of another person is taken by the use of violence. In order to be a robbery, the theft must occur in the presence of the other person. Furthermore, the use of violence includes...
Broward County Judge Arrested For Alleged DUI
A drunk driving arrest can be embarrassing for anyone — especially if that person is in a high-profile position within the community. No matter a person’s job, that person will still face serious penalties if found guilty of DUI. Recently in Fort Lauderdale, a Broward County judge was arrested for drinking and driving. According to...
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Child Sex Crimes Subject To Aggressive Prosecution In Florida
Protecting Fort Lauderdale’s children is a job taken seriously by local police. However, officials at the state and federal levels also get involved in keeping area children safe — particularly from child sex abuse. Therefore, child pornography charges and other sex crimes against children are subject to extensive investigations and aggressive prosecution here in Florida. Over the...
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Florida Woman Charged With Domestic Violence For Use Of Water Gun
Some may assume that only men will be arrested and charged with domestic violence in Florida. However, that is not true. Under Florida law, police will arrest and charge whoever they determine to be the primary aggressor in an altercation. A primary aggressor could be a woman or a man. Furthermore, the other person does...
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Man Faces Misdemeanor Charge For Alligator Possession
Florida is known for its abundance of unique wildlife. With creatures like alligators, snakes, manatees, and other unique species people all across Florida are often left in awe. Sometimes, people just can’t get enough of this wildlife and decide to make them their pets. However, people should be cautioned because many of these species are...
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Woman Arrested For Drunk Driving After Refusing Police Tests
When Fort Lauderdale police stop people on suspicion of driving under the influence, the police will make several observations. They will note people’s behavior, their willingness to cooperate, and whether they have anyone traveling with them. These observations will become evidence against people if DUI charges are eventually filed. However, police will also need evidence...
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Man Found In Miami – Faces Murder Charge
Some of the most serious crimes people can be charged with are violent crimes — particularly murder charges. There are different categories of murder charges including manslaughter, first-degree murder, and second-degree murder. While these charges are all felonies, the specific criminal punishments available will change depending on the exact murder charge. In Miami, a man...
Florida May See Increased Penalties For Sex Crimes
There are serious consequences for people who are accused of crimes involving sex in Florida. Under the Jimmy Ryce Act, offenders are seriously punished. The law was meant as a deterrent and was passed following the kidnapping, rape, and murder of a child in Miami-Dade County more than 15 years ago. These penalties can be...
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