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Former Martin County High School coach, Alton Edwards, was sentenced to prison for his involvement in a drug trafficking scheme. However, thanks to the efforts of his legal team at Meltzer & Bell Law Firm, Edwards was able to secure a plea deal that helped minimize his sentence. Edwards, who had previously worked as an…
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Exercising the right to a skilled perjury attorney is crucial if facing a perjury charge. The Treasure Coast perjury lawyers at Meltzer & Bell, P.A. are highly skilled at representing clients charged with perjury. Committing perjury is a serious offense because it attempts to derail the justice system and keep it from achieving its primary objective—discovering the truth….
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One of the states with the busiest roads in the world is Florida. The roadways are always busy with millions of vehicles, from commercial automobiles to personal cars. For this reason, it’s easy for you to commit certain traffic offenses. The worst of them that can see your license suspended is driving under the influence…
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False imprisonment, like kidnapping, is a crime of violence committed when the defendant forcibly or by threat confines a person against their will. Any person alleged to have committed this crime may face stringent penalties associated with the charge. Typically false imprisonment is not prosecuted alone. In fact, the Prosecution may choose to include additional…
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Culpable negligence is a legal term in Florida that refers to the act of demonstrating a conscious disregard for the safety or well-being of others. This is different from ordinary negligence, which is an unintentional failure to exercise reasonable care. Culpable negligence is also sometimes referred to as gross negligence and can be committed by…
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The right to life is a fundamental right deeply embedded in the United States constitution. As such, the enactment of the law on homicide seeks to prevent the deliberate and unlawful killing of one person by another. However, not all homicides are unlawful. Surprisingly, many jurisdictions, including Florida, have laws that address a specific type…
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A police report is a document that contains all relevant information regarding an offense or an incident that has happened. More importantly, it provides persuasive evidence that the prosecution or the defense team can use during a criminal trial. Its relevance is not limited to criminal proceedings, as it can also be used during civil…
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Attempted murder charges carry hefty fines and harsh prison sentences in the United States. Courts in Florida don’t take these charges lightly and reserve some severe penalties for anyone suspected of having tried to take someone else’s life. Sometimes the penalties for someone accused of attempted murder are similar to those of someone who committed…
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Possession of a stolen motor vehicle (PSMV) is a felony offense in Florida, and it can result in severe penalties if you are convicted. The penalties for this crime depend on several factors, including the vehicle’s value, whether the defendant had permission to possess the car, and how many times the defendant has been previously…
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Having a battery charge in your record can badly damage your reputation and career, and ultimately your life. Under Florida Law, a battery charge can quickly escalate from a simple battery to a first-degree misdemeanor, especially if you are now well-represented in court. At Meltzer & Bell, you’ll find an attorney who can provide you…
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