JONATHAN B. BLECHER, P.A. LEGAL BLOG
Penalties for Resisting Arrest in Florida: What You Should Know
by Jonathan Blecher | June 28, 2019 | Criminal Defense
Have you been charged with resisting arrest in Florida? If so, you’ll want to know what you’re up against, and the potential penalties involved. For starters, there are two laws on the books pertaining to resisting arrest: 1) resisting officer without violence to his or her person, and 2) resisting officer with violence to his or her […]
When Does Florida Try Juveniles as Adults?
by Jonathan Blecher | May 29, 2019 | Firm News
“What does it mean for a juvenile to be tried as an adult?” It means the juvenile is charged or otherwise prosecuted as an adult. In other words, the juvenile is charged as if he or she were a legal adult. If a juvenile is prosecuted as an adult in Florida, he or she will face the […]
What Are Florida’s Concealed Weapon Laws?
by Jonathan Blecher | May 15, 2019 | Criminal Defense
In Florida, you need to have a concealed weapon license to lawfully carry a concealed weapon. Florida residents can apply for concealed weapons in-person, by mail, or online. If you’re interested in applying, you must meet the eligibility requirements and you will need the following documents: A Certificate of Completion that says you successfully completed a firearms […]
Overcoming the Stigma of a DUI Conviction in Florida
by Jonathan Blecher | May 8, 2019 | DUI
Some people view the offense of driving under the influence (DUI) as no big deal. While it is an offense that is commonly committed by normal people, not necessarily hardened criminals, I assure you the stigma of a DUI conviction can last a lifetime and hinder a DUI offender practically everywhere they turn. If you are facing […]
Sleeping in Your Car and DUI: Can You Be Charged in Florida?
by Jonathan Blecher | May 1, 2019 | DUI
Let’s say you heard a friend say, “I was arrested for DUI the other night while I was parked in a parking lot and sleeping off the alcohol that I drank earlier in the evening.” When you heard the story, you were shocked and then you responded with, “But how could you get a DUI […]
