Rape is a seriously and harshly punished crime in Florida. There are life-long implications and repercussions for the reputations of those accused. When you are falsely accused of rape charges, you need to act immediately to avoid as many negative undeserved consequences as possible. The Rickman Law Firm’s Tampa criminal defense lawyers are highly skilled […]
Sex crime cases are severe, and complex, and can result in devastating consequences if not handled professionally and quickly. If you have been accused of a sex crime, you must immediately seek professional legal help from a highly-reputable Tampa criminal defense attorney who will allow your case to proceed most favorably, protecting your reputation, your […]
There are many options for Tampa assault and battery attorneys to hire. Choosing the best one for you requires effort and careful consideration of many different factors when conducting your search to find the right one for you and your claim. As Tampa’s leading law firm, The Rickman Law Firm knows which aspects of an […]
The Florida legislature and court system have some of the harshest sentences and legal punishments for drug trafficking in the United States. What is Considered Drug Trafficking? In Florida, drug trafficking is the intentional sale, importation, manufacture, delivery, purchase or possession of a controlled substance. Drug trafficking offenses apply if the drug quantity involved exceeds […]
Sex crimes are some of the most severe offenses in Florida. If convicted of a sex crime, a person can face harsh, life-altering consequences. There have been many cases where individuals who have been charged with sex crimes unknowingly made a common mistake that affected their defense and positioning, making it harder to defend themselves […]
If you have been arrested for a federal crime in Tampa, not all hope is lost. Each trial and the post-arrest legal proceeding is unique and may involve a few steps, or it may involve many steps. Your Tampa federal defense lawyer has an intimate understanding of the criminal justice system and will not only […]
With the introduction and growth of the internet, there has also been an increase in the capabilities of cybersex. Cybersex crimes are a relatively new addition to criminal legal proceedings and trials. In the Florida legislature, cybersex crimes are tried harshly and can have very serious repercussions on your reputation and life if you have […]
Sexual assault is a very serious accusation in Florida courts; a conviction of sexual assault could turn your life upside down overnight. If you have been falsely accused of sexual assault, it is critical that you seek professional legal help. The Rickman Law Firm has decades of experience in fighting sexual assault cases in Tampa […]
Accusations under Title IX are sex crimes. Sex crimes, and sexual harassment specifically, are considered to be very serious in the Florida legislature. When you are falsely accused of a Title IX charge of sexual harassment in a Florida college, you need to immediately begin taking action to avoid or reduce lifelong negative consequences. It […]
The Three Strikes Law has intense consequences for people who may not even deserve it. If you are considered a “repeat felon,” you deserve the same due process protections and criminal justice rights. Because it can include a variety of qualifying conviction degrees, any misdemeanor or felony that is applicable under the law should be […]