Category Archives: Gun Weapon Crime
Supreme Court Upholds “Temporarily Disarming” Persons Under a Domestic Violence Restraining Order
Since July 2023, Florida law allows most individuals to carry a concealed firearm without a permit. But as with all legal rights, the right to own and carry a firearm is not absolute. For example, federal and state law has long barred any individual under a domestic violence injunction–i.e., a restraining order–from legally possessing,… Read More »
How a Domestic Violence Conviction Can Affect Your Right to Own a Firearm
As of July 1, 2023, Florida residents can legally carry a concealed firearm without a permit or license. There are, however, some critical exceptions. Previously, a resident had to apply for a concealed carry permit from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. And under the current law, a person who was lawfully… Read More »
What Is the “Good Faith” Exception to the Fourth Amendment’s Exclusionary Rule?
You probably know that in most cases, the police cannot search your property without your consent or obtaining a warrant. This is required by the Fourth Amendment to the United States Constitution. If the police seize any evidence in violation of the Fourth Amendment, a court can forbid the prosecution from using that illegally… Read More »
What Happens If I’m Accused of Committing Another Crime While on Pretrial Release?
When a person charged with a crime is granted pretrial release, they are usually subject to a number of terms and conditions. For example, the defendant must agree to make all required court appearances. They may also have to submit to electronic monitoring to ensure they do not leave the state. And of course,… Read More »
Could I Go to Prison for Lying When Purchasing a Firearm?
You may have a constitutional right to keep and carry a firearm. But this right is not without restriction or regulation. And in some cases, you can get into serious trouble if you make a false statement in connection with the purchase of a weapon in Florida. The Dangers of Lying on Form 4473… Read More »
What Is the “Search Incident to Arrest” Exception?
The basic rule under the Fourth Amendment to the United States Constitution is that a police officer cannot conduct a search of your property without first obtaining a warrant. As with most general rules, of course, there are a litany of exceptions. For instance, the Supreme Court has long held that an officer may… Read More »
Charged With Improperly Exhibiting a Firearm in Florida? What You Need to Know
The Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects your right to keep and bear arms. Of course, it is not an unadulterated right. There are a number of different state and federal laws that affect gun rights. In Florida, the exhibit/display—including a firearm—is a criminal offense. Here, our Orlando gun & weapon criminal defense… Read More »
Is It Legal To Keep A Gun In Your Car In Florida?
Under the Second Amendment to the United States Constitution, Americans have a right to keep and bear firearms. Though, there are varying regulations for this right in different states nationwide. While states like Wyoming or Montana tend to be some of the most gun-friendly states in the nation, Florida has light regulations on gun… Read More »
Illegal Possession Of Guns And Weapons In Florida – Potential Charges And Defenses
Illegal gun possession is a hot-button issue in the Orlando area and across Florida, particularly as memories of mass shootings in Florida linger. Police officers take illegal weapons possession seriously and are aggressive in arresting those believed to be carrying guns unlawfully. Furthermore, many law enforcement officers believe these cases are easy to prove… Read More »
