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What Does It Mean When I Have a Charge on my Record?
If you’ve been charged with a crime, or if you face being charged, it can have significant impacts on your...
Common Police Terms That You Should Know
The attorneys at Avera & Smith prioritize ensuring that our clients and the community as a whole have the...
What to Know About a Concealed Weapons Permit in Gainesville, FL
Note: As of July 1, 2023, House Bill (HB) 543 is now in effect. This new law allows Floridians to carry a...
Can You Go To Jail for Self-Defense in Florida?
Florida has some of the most liberal self-defense laws in the country. Not only is it one of the 34 states...
Battery by a Co-Worker in the Workplace
No one expects to be the victim of an assault or battery by a co-worker, especially when the workplace is...
What Happens If You Use Your Medical Marijuana Card to Sell Marijuana to Others?
While many have found Florida’s legalization of medical marijuana to be a relief from long-term debilitating...
Do I Have a Right to Remain Silent During an Investigation at Work?
You always have the right to remain silent, it’s one of your Constitutional rights after all; however, in the...
Medical Marijuana vs. Recreational Marijuana in the Eyes of Florida Law
In recent years, Florida has passed laws legalizing marijuana, a move embraced by many Florida voters....
Refusal to Sign a Citation: What Does Signing a Traffic Ticket Mean?
There are many myths surrounding traffic tickets and the refusal to sign a citation that are spread by word of...
What to do if Road Rage Involves Law Enforcement Officers
Driving is something most adults encounter on a daily basis, whether as the driver or a passenger in a...
Can You Go to Jail for Not Wearing a Seat Belt?
CAN YOU GO TO JAIL FOR NOT WEARING A SEAT BELT? The importance of seat belts is pretty well-known as a simple,...



