Author Archives: Jay Butchko
How To Defend Against Charges After A Bar Fight In Florida
The Orlando area bar scene can be busy and fun-filled as thousands of bar patrons flood Central Florida’s dining and drinking establishments on a nightly basis. Sometimes it’s not all fun and games, though. A night out with friends or a stop to watch a big football game can turn messy when someone has… Read More »
What Is Money Laundering?
A money laundering conviction in Florida can result in hefty fines. It can also come with steep jail sentences. A guilty verdict can potentially land you in jail for many decades. In the most minor cases, a guilty verdict can still lead to months or years behind bars. Money laundering is a serious offense… Read More »
Florida Man Arrested For Investment Scams
Many people are motivated by money. But instead of working for their money, they scam innocent people out of their hard-earned money. Scams are a type of fraud, which is often classified as a white collar crime. These crimes are typically punished aggressively. A 54-year-old man from Cape Coral was recently arrested for investment… Read More »
Woman Claims She Was Under The Influence Of Marijuana While Shoplifting
They say that marijuana use is harmless. After all, the drug has never actually killed anyone. But it can apparently cause you to get in trouble with the law, according to an elderly Florida woman, who claims that her medical marijuana made her unaware she was stealing clothing. The 78-year-old woman was arrested on… Read More »
Chiropractor Faces Sexual Battery Charges
When people seek medical care for their health issues, they expect professionalism. Instead, many patients receive substandard care or are sexually assaulted in the process. A chiropractor in central Florida who has already been accused of sexually abusing patients is now facing more charges of sex crimes. The 62-year-old man from Orlando was booked… Read More »
Understanding Florida’s Laws On Weapons Possession
Florida is well known for being a Castle Doctrine state, and the right to bear arms is protected by both the Florida Constitution and the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. Under Florida law, a person can stand their ground in most cases and meet force with force – including deadly force. This law… Read More »
Manslaughter Vs. Murder
When you think of the terms “manslaughter” and “murder,” you probably think they mean the same thing. While both involve the act of killing someone (known as homicide), there are differences, with the main one being intent. The difference could be harsher punishment and elevated criminal charges, so make sure you understand what’s at… Read More »
Using Consent As A Defensive Strategy To Sex Crime Allegations
When it comes to intimate sexual acts, consent is a significant factor. And when consent is missing, and unwanted sexual advances and acts are put upon another person, then legal action may be taken against the offending party. For sexual assault and sex crimes like rape, the matter of consent can be what defines… Read More »
How Does Florida Punish First Time Offenders Of Domestic Violence?
When loved ones have disputes, emotions can cause people to have a hard time thinking clearly, and as a result, things have the potential to get physical. And even if the party who put hands on another didn’t mean to let the situation become so toxic and explosive, when things get out of hand,… Read More »
Do All Arrests Result In Criminal Charges?
After an arrest, you may be nervous and wonder what is going to happen to you. This can be a jarring and scary experience, especially if you have never had a brush-up with the law and do not know how the system works. You may think that being arrested means that you have been… Read More »
