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Facing Tax Evasion Charges? Here’s What You Need to Know
Tax evasion has been the subject of recent news headlines, but tax evasion doesn’t always involve high- profile cases for millions of dollars. But the issue is certainly pervasive. In fact, according to 2020, about one in every six dollars owed in federal taxes is not paid. Tax evasion is a federal crime investigated by […]...
Fishhawk Man Cleared in Fatal Shooting
Charges against Hillsborough County resident Brody Missler have been dropped following the fatal shooting of his father, Timothy Missler, in November of 2020. Investigators found that Missler, 23, was acting in self defense and was the victim of an aggravated assault by his father when the shooting occured. Anthony Rickman of the Rickman Law Firm, […]...
What’s the Difference between Assault and Aggravated Assault?
Imagine this scenario: you are at a bar with friends and someone gets rowdy. This other patron begins to shove and push you and your friends, and you defend yourself and shove back. Or, you refrain from pushing and shoving but threaten bodily harm to them. The police are called, and you are arrested for […]...
When to Hire a Criminal Defense Attorney
If you’ve been accused or charged with a crime, it might seem confusing to know when is the right time to hire a criminal defense attorney. You may be concerned that hiring a defense attorney too soon is an admission of guilt in some way, but that is not the case. In this brief article, […]...
Can You Reduce Drug Trafficking Charges?
If you’re facing drug trafficking charges, mounting a solid defense is your top priority. You may find yourself wondering if part of that defense can be arguing for a reduction in drug trafficking charges to a lesser charge. While that may seem like a good idea, your defense attorney will discuss if it is a […]...
Cyber or Digital Fraud: What To Do If Accused
Cyber or digital crimes are occurring more frequently due to the pandemic. Although you may not have committed a cyber crime, you still might stand accused if your device was used to commit crime or if the actions can be traced to any of your accounts. In this brief article, a fraud defense lawyer in […]...
How Florida’s 10-20-Life Rule Affects Robbery Cases
If you’ve been accused of robbery, it is likely that you are under an immense amount of stress and pressure. Robbery is a serious charge, and with newer rules in the State of Florida, you may find yourself wondering how your case might be different from older cases in the past. In this brief article, […]...
Understanding No-Contact Orders in Domestic Violence Cases
Being charged in a domestic violence case can create confusion when navigating the rules and the court system. For example, even though domestic disputes may be handled by family courts, domestic violence charges are handled by criminal courts. It might feel that it becomes even more frustrating when there is a no-contact order issued against […]...
When Self Defense Becomes a Battery Charge
Everyone has a right to defend themselves using force, excluding deadly force, if they feel that it is necessary to avoid physical harm. But in some cases, the police may be called and the wrong party charged. If you were defending yourself and now stand accused of battery charges, you have rights. In this brief […]...
Will You Always Lose Your License After a DUI?
The biggest question after a DUI, aside from whether or not you may face jail time, is if you will lose your driver’s license. While an arrest does not necessarily mean you will lose your license automatically, a conviction may carry more harsh penalties including, but not limited to, fines, jail time, impoundment of vehicles, […]...