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Author Archives: Jonathan Hackworth

What is a Violent Felony Offender of Special Concern in Florida?

Many Tampa criminal defense attorneys are often asked about questions concerning a Violent Felony Offender of Special Concern and what all this is designation entails.  Very few Florida Statutes are more difficult to comprehend that Florida’s “Anti-Murder Act”.    Ultimately, it is best known for creating the designation of “violent felony offender of special concern” or VFOSC. […]

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Do I get an evidentiary hearing on my 3.850 Motion?

Rule 3. 850 Motions are some of the most common motions filed in Florida criminal cases.  They are arguing that a criminal defendants prior counsel failed to effectively represent them in their criminal proceeding.  In short, you should. Many Tampa appeals attorneys feel as though you absolutely should always get an evidentiary hearing, unfortunately the […]

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What is dependency court in Florida?

Dependency court is one of the oddest, hybrid courts in Florida.  It is an odd hybrid court because it is essentially a combination of civil, family and it is somewhat criminal in nature as well.   Dependency court involves the State of Florida making allegations against a parent that their children should be deemed “dependent” and […]

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What does someone’s criminal score mean in a criminal case?

Many Tampa criminal defense attorneys are constantly asked by their clients about what someone’s criminal score is with regards to their Florida scoresheet. If you have checked out our Tampa criminal defense attorney blog, we discuss at length what all is involved in the calculation of a score. Our Tampa criminal defense attorney blog has ample […]

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Tampa Sex Crimes Attorney-fine on prostitution crimes?

As a Tampa sex crimes attorney, one of the most frustrating issues regularly faced is the fine amount on prostitution charges. Recently, the Florida Legislature added subsection (6) to Florida Statute 796.07, which added a $5,000 civil penalty to any sanction for a violation of the above-referenced Statute. Interestingly enough, the first $500 of the […]

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Am I definitely going to lose my license with my Tampa DUI?

Many folks charged with a Tampa DUI are first primarily concerned with keeping their driver’s license, this is certainly understandable as we live in an age, where not being able to drive is a severe restriction on your ability to live. The answer to this question like so many others is it simply depends on the […]

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Brandon VOP Attorneys: Will my Probation Get Reinstated?

Many Brandon VOP Attorneys are asked this question. This is a very commonly asked question by those facing a VOP.  Unfortunately like so many things with the law, there is no simple answer.  We can assure you that consulting with our Brandon VOP Attorneys prior to your hearings will put you in the best situation to be […]

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Upcoming DUI Checkpoints in Tampa, FL for April 2014

Tampa DUI Attorneys are often asked about the specifics of DUI checkpoints. These DUI 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. We have posted elsewhere on our Tampa […]

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Tampa Drug Crimes Attorneys – How often do “these” cases “get thrown out”?

Tampa Drug Crimes Attorneys are often asked about cases simply getting thrown out. Frankly, this is an urban myth which has done a significant disservice to those charged with crimes and Tampa criminal defense attorneys. The simple fact is that if an arrest is made the overwhelming majority of these cases are prosecuted through completion […]

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What are child support arrearages?

Many Tampa child support attorneys are asked about what the phrase “child support arrearages” actually means.  The term is constantly thrown around by parties dealing with child support and time sharing, but it is critical to understand what the term means before using it. First and foremost, child support arrearages are those monies, a party […]

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