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What Is a Level 3 Sex Offender? Understanding Classification Levels Florida has three levels of sex offenders. Each level comes is defined by the “severity” of a sex offense and comes with its own consequences. Getting labeled the highest level—Level 3—can greatly impact your rights and life post-conviction. If you were convicted as a Level…

Florida has strict laws about consent in sexual relationships. Being charged with breaking those consent laws can put someone on the sexual offender registry, which can have lifelong impacts. However, Florida’s “Romeo and Juliet” law covers special circumstances if both parties are close enough in age.  But who does the Romeo and Juliet law apply…

While showing up to your court date is extremely important, sometimes things happen that make it impossible to make an appearance. If you have missed your court date, do not panic. There are things you can do to rectify the situation and not make things worse for yourself.  First, let us talk about the potential…

If you or someone you know is facing criminal charges in the state of Florida, it is important to know what the process looks like from the point of arrest to case resolution. Florida’s criminal procedure  rules are complicated, so you need to arm yourself with knowledge—and get a reputable lawyer on your side to help…

In a criminal proceeding, juries base their decisions on the evidence that is presented during trial. Evidence may be gathered by police, submitted by victims, or, in the case of Florida’s Williams Rule, may include a defendant’s past criminal history. The court system has certain rules around what kinds of evidence are and are not…

Not only does driving while intoxicated endanger the lives of other motorists on the road, but people who drink and drive may find themselves facing harsh penalties if convicted of a DUI in Florida. In addition to costly fines and driver’s license suspension, DUI offenders may be ordered to install an ignition interlock device on…

While every American citizen is promised a fair trial under the U.S. Constitution, there are some people who become victims of a flawed judicial system. Since 1989, 325 people have been released from prison after DNA evidence proved their innocence, according to the Innocence Project. Approximately 12 of those people were from Florida and countless…

Has someone filed an extreme risk protection order (ERPO) against you?   If so, you may have concerns about how this order will affect you, your life, and your rights. You may not be aware of what exactly an ERPO is or how it works.  Our team at Mike G Law has helped hundreds of…

Mental health courts are a type of specialty court that exist within the criminal justice system. They have been developing steadily over the last few decades. Their purpose is to help individuals with mental health issues navigate the criminal justice system.   In the State of Florida, this special court docket and its problem-solving approach…

Under Florida law, it is a criminal offense to leave the scene of an accident without performing the statutory duties required. This means that any unlawful departure from the site of a vehicle crash can lead to a misdemeanor or even felony charges, depending on the nature and severity of the accident. Hit and runs…