Miami Criminal Defense Law Blog
Fraud in the Paycheck Protection Program
May 14, 2020 was the deadline for “undeserving recipients” to return funds received by the Payroll Protection Program (PPP) with no repercussions. Beginning on May 15, 2020, the IRS and the small business administration (SBA) began auditing many of those PPP loans....
The First Step Act: compassionate release under COVID-19
The First Step Act was signed into law on December 21, 2018. Even though it is now over a year old, the Act is more important than ever because it makes it possible for virtually all federal inmates to be eligible for compassionate release due to the COVID-19...
Understanding motor vehicle theft
People who are facing charges for motor vehicle theft have a good reason for wanting to understand the laws as related to the charge. Not only do charges vary based on the type of motor vehicle involved, but also on the amount that the vehicle is worth. Motor vehicle...
Is using the dark web illegal?
Technically speaking, it is not illegal for you to browse or host a website on the dark web (or darknet), according to FindLaw. However, there are many darknet marketplaces in operation that conduct illegal transactions and share illicit information. The dark web...
How can a felony drug conviction change your life?
In Florida, the law treats drug crimes seriously. If courts convict you of a drug crime, you may face severe penalties. Is your crime a felony instead of a misdemeanor? That often results in stricter penalties. They have the potential to alter the course of your...
What are the alimony laws in Florida?
There may be a time where you find that your marriage is not saveable and divorce is inevitable. Laws surrounding divorce and alimony payments vary from state to state, so it is important to be aware of how the laws in Florida will affect your claim for alimony....
Hacking laws explained
Gaining unauthorized access to a computer or network is on the books in Florida as a criminal offense. For those accused of this crime, it would probably be advantageous to take the charges seriously. Like many white-collar or computer crimes, it is rare to face...
Understanding federal drug crimes
While some drug crimes fall under state laws and penalties, federal courts prosecute more serious drug offenses. For example, trafficking large amounts of a drug often results in federal charges. Learn more about the types of federal controlled substance crimes and...
Is joint custody right for you?
Divorcing parents in Florida must decide which custody option is right for their family. Sole custody and joint custody both have benefits and drawbacks. Families in different situations may find one more useful than another. It depends on the situation that family is...
Fraud at the swipe of an EBT card
Food stamp benefits are one of the many programs available for lower-income families struggling to make ends meet. Families who are self-sufficient or would rather use the balance to supplement their income in other ways often trade or sell the benefits to other...
