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Child sexual offense cases often hinge on evidentiary decisions that determine what the jury hears and how the State proves its allegations. Among the most consequential of these decisions is whether a court may admit a child’s out-of-court statements years later, long after the child has reached adulthood. A recent href="https://cases.justia.com/...
Access to Florida’s drug court system can play a pivotal role in shaping the outcome of a criminal case, particularly for defendants whose conduct stems from substance abuse challenges. When a trial court improperly denies admission to drug court, the consequences can significantly alter a defendant’s exposure to penalties and available treatment opt...
Federal sex offense charges carry some of the harshest penalties in the criminal justice system. Even when sentencing guidelines recommend a relatively short term, a judge can impose a much longer sentence based on the nature of the conduct, the defendant’s history, and the perceived danger to the community. Defendants often believe that once they pl...
Post-conviction challenges in federal criminal cases are often complex and narrowly limited. Many defendants believe they can revisit issues already decided at trial or on direct appeal, but federal courts apply strict standards to such requests. A recent href="https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/district-courts/florida/flmdce/5:2023cv00581/41878...
A federal firearm charge is one of the most serious situations a defendant can encounter. A single conviction can mean years in federal prison, especially when a judge imposes a sentence above the recommended guidelines. Defendants often believe that a guilty plea ends their chances of defending themselves, but post-conviction motions and appeals can...
