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Author Archives: Jonathan Hackworth

Military Discharge Review Boards

Our Firm routinely assists individuals in the military with Military Discharge Review Boards.  After each major armed conflict, the need for military personnel is reduced, and in turn, the U.S. military moves to reduce its forces. Many times, the military tightens its standards to a greater degree, resulting in a purge of servicemembers for discipline-related […]

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What does traveling to meet a minor mean?

Tampa sex crimes attorneys routinely face similar questions after the large scale sting operations that have become commonplace throughout central Florida over the last ten years. This article will explain the specifics of the “traveling to meet a minor” charge, common law enforcement tactics used in these cases and potential defenses to the charges. First […]

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What does the curfew on felony probation mean?

Many folks are unaware of the specifics of their curfew on felony probation.  Violations of curfew on felony probation lead to many Tampa violations of probation (VOP). Unfortunately, many folks on probation simply do not know what specifically the curfew actually entails, when they either accept the terms of their probation or are sentenced to the […]

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Are there any minimum mandatories on Tampa sex crimes?

Tampa sex crimes attorneys are asked about whether there are minimum mandatory sentences associated with sex crimes and charges. While the level of the offense may score mandatory prison time, few Florida sex crimes feature statutorily provided minimum mandatories. Perhaps, the most common minimum mandatory sentence invoked within the realm of sex crimes relates to […]

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Tampa Appellate Attorney – what does PCA mean?

Nothing is more frustrating to a Tampa appellate attorney than the letters – PCA. Simply put, it is essentially the fatal conclusion of an appeal. It stands for per curiam affirmed, which is obviously Latin. The practical meaning of the phrase is that the appellate court proceeding over the case did not feel it warranted […]

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What is a Federal Proffer?

Tampa Federal Criminal Defense Attorneys are often asked by their clients about what a proffer means and why it can benefit them. Frankly, one of the easiest ways to get a reduced sentence in the Federal Criminal system is by providing substantial assistance to the assigned Assistant United States Attorney. Obviously, the thought of sitting […]

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What do the initials “NINF” mean in Tampa criminal cases?

Tampa criminal lawyers are asked about the phrase “NINF” means with regards to a disposition of a Tampa criminal case. It simply means the State Attorney’s Office has declined to file formal charges against the defendant. This is obviously a victory for the defendant since the charges are dropped without the risk and frustrations of […]

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Upcoming DUI Checkpoints in Tampa, FL for May 2014

Tampa DUI Attorneys are often asked about the specifics of DUI checkpoints. These checkpoints lead to many DUI arrests throughout the greater Tampa Bay Area. Many Tampa DUIs originate at DUI checkpoints as opposed to the driver being pulled over for poor driving or some other reason. As you can imagine, DUI checkpoints present a […]

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Is there a minimum mandatory on robbery with a firearm?

Yes, the above-referenced charge under Florida’s “10-20-Life” Statute carries a ten (10) year minimum mandatory on a robbery with a firearm charge. This is incredibly frustrating for Tampa criminal attorneys obviously because all charges are different and minimum mandatories, like the ones provided for in “10-20-Life” treat all cases identically. These cases involve significant experience […]

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What is a no contact order in a domestic violence case?

Tampa domestic violence attorneys are often asked about the no contact order put in place by the presiding judge at first appearance in their domestic violence. In Tampa, Judge Heinrich, who handles the overwhelming majority of first appearances hearings, will specifically state that you are legally prohibited from having any contact with the victim and […]

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