When someone dies from a drug overdose, it is natural to ask two questions: 1) “Why did this happen?” 2) “Who is to blame?” These concerns have come to a head in recent years over the opiate crisis in this county. However, I would suggest that the solution to the crisis requires more than brute … [Read more...] about The Over-Prosecution of Drug Overdose Cases
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Misdemeanor Criminal Traffic Citation & Speeding Ticket Dismissed In Okaloosa County
When this client came to my office, he felt like the police officer was not being fair with him and he feared that the same thing could happen in front of a Judge. Looking back, I believe his fear was real. Being a middle-eastern immigrant, he had experienced some level of discrimination since … [Read more...] about Misdemeanor Criminal Traffic Citation & Speeding Ticket Dismissed In Okaloosa County
Criminal Mischief Charges Dismissed In Walton County & Proceeding Toward Expungement
We were contacted by a individual in the Military who was charged with criminal mischief while visiting Sandestin in Walton County. The truth is, he was basically charged with a crime by police for being in the wrong place at the wrong time with the wrong people. Alleged to have taken part in … [Read more...] about Criminal Mischief Charges Dismissed In Walton County & Proceeding Toward Expungement
Third Offense DUI In Okaloosa County Reduced To Reckless Driving
Out of town client was here in Destin on vacation. While out with friends, it was alleged that his car hit another vehicle in the parking lot of a restaurant. Although there was minimal damage, the police were summoned to the scene and my client ended up being arrested for DUI with Property … [Read more...] about Third Offense DUI In Okaloosa County Reduced To Reckless Driving
Criminal Charges Dismissed For Client Charged With Possession of Alcohol By Person Under 21
As is common in the springtime, we were contacted by an individual that was charged with Possession of Alcohol by Person Under 21 years old. They were facing a second-degree misdemeanor punishable by up to 60 days in jail, a $500 fine and a criminal record. Lupella & Rehr were able to get … [Read more...] about Criminal Charges Dismissed For Client Charged With Possession of Alcohol By Person Under 21
Prevented Warrant From Being Issued For Domestic Violence Battery in Walton County
We were recently retained by a client in Walton County, Fl., during a pending investigation for domestic violence battery, which is a misdemeanor of the first degree, and punishable by up to 1 year in jail and a $1000 fine. This was a rare situation because we were contacted prior to the warrant … [Read more...] about Prevented Warrant From Being Issued For Domestic Violence Battery in Walton County