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Florida Statute §843.02 | Classification: First-Degree Misdemeanor What Is This Charge? Resisting without violence involves knowingly and willfully obstructing or opposing a law enforcement officer in the lawful execution of their duties without using or threatening physical force. Common examples include fleeing on foot, refusing lawful commands, or providing false identification. Penalties & Fines Up to 1 year…
Florida Statute §794.011 | Classification: Second-Degree Felony to Life Felony What Is This Charge? Sexual battery in Florida (commonly referred to as rape) is oral, anal, or vaginal penetration by or union with the sexual organ of another person, or anal or vaginal penetration by any other object, without the consent of the other person. Penalties & Fines…
Violation of Probation (VOP) in Florida Florida Statute §948.06 | Classification: No new criminal classification — judge may impose original maximum sentence What Is This Charge? A violation of probation occurs when a probationer willfully and substantially fails to comply with one or more conditions of their probation. Violations can be technical (failing to report, missing a class,…
Trespass in Florida Florida Statute §810.08 / §810.09 | Classification: Second-Degree Misdemeanor to Third-Degree Felony (if armed) What Is This Charge? Trespass in Florida involves entering or remaining in a structure, conveyance, or on property without authorization or after being warned to leave. Florida law distinguishes between trespass in a structure and trespass on property. Penalties & Fines…
If you are ever in a situation where you cannot speak for yourself — whether due to an accident, surgery, illness, or incapacity — who will make your medical decisions? In Florida, without a Healthcare Surrogate Designation, the answer may not be who you would choose. What Is a Healthcare Surrogate Designation? A Healthcare Surrogate Designation is a legal document…
Robo con Violencia — Estatuto de Florida §812.13 ¿Qué es el Robo con Violencia? El robo con violencia en Florida es la sustracción de dinero u otra propiedad de una persona mediante la fuerza, la violencia, el asalto o poniendo a esa persona en miedo. Lo que distingue el robo del hurto es el uso de fuerza, amenaza o intimidación…
Most people think about who will take care of their children if something happens to them. Fewer people think about who will take care of them if they become unable to make their own decisions. A Designation of Preneed Guardian addresses exactly that. What Is a Designation of Preneed Guardian? A Designation of Preneed Guardian is a legal document in…
Many couples wish they had signed a prenuptial agreement before their wedding. The good news is that marriage does not eliminate the ability to establish financial protections — it is simply called a postnuptial agreement when done after the wedding. What Is a Postnuptial Agreement? A postnuptial agreement is a contract entered into by married spouses that establishes each party’s…
Divorce does not have to be a long, expensive, or bitter court battle. If you and your spouse have reached full agreement on all terms and have no minor children, an uncontested divorce in Florida is the simplest and most affordable way to legally end your marriage. What Is an Uncontested Divorce? An uncontested divorce — also called a simplified…
Whether you want to restore a prior name, adopt a new name, or update your legal name for personal reasons, Florida provides a straightforward court process for adults seeking a legal name change. Who Can File for a Name Change in Florida? Any adult Florida resident who has lived in the county where they are filing for at least six…