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⚖️ The Importance of Hiring a Criminal Defense Lawyer Early in Your Case If you’ve recently been charged with a crime in Florida, don’t wait to hire legal representation. The earlier you get a criminal defense attorney involved—ideally within 24 hours of your arrest—the more options you’ll have to protect your future. Here’s why acting […]
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🏛️ How Are Federal Crimes Different From State Crimes in Florida? If you’ve been arrested or charged with a crime in Fort Lauderdale or anywhere in South Florida, one of the first things you need to understand is whether your charges fall under Florida state law or U.S. federal law. These two systems differ in
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Detainers in Fort Lauderdale: How Michael White, P.A. Can Help Is your loved one being held on an ICE detainer in Fort Lauderdale? You may also be wondering what to do after a criminal arrest in Florida, or how to avoid deportation based on charges. At Michael White, P.A., we provide strategic, aggressive defense to
🚓 Can You Be Extradited to Florida If Arrested in Another State? If you have an outstanding warrant in Florida and you’re arrested in another state, yes—you can be extradited back to Florida. This process can be frustrating, time-consuming, and legally complicated. Let’s break down how it works—and what you can do to avoid unnecessary
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The Benefits of Expunging or Sealing Your Criminal Record in Florida When you are charged with or convicted of a crime, you may worry that this negative event will follow you for the rest of your life. Thankfully, expungement and sealing are both options you may be eligible for. These processes can shield certain records
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Can Fort Lauderdale Prosecutors Use My Social Media in a Criminal Case? Think Before You Post: What You Say Online Can Be Used Against You If you’ve been arrested or are under investigation in Fort Lauderdale or anywhere in South Florida, your social media could become part of the prosecution’s case. Prosecutors routinely pull content
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What Is the Difference Between Money Laundering and Tax Evasion? Money laundering and tax evasion are extremely serious white-collar crimes that could put you behind bars for a long time if you’re ever found guilty. You should look into hiring a money laundering lawyer or an attorney with experience handling tax fraud cases if you’re
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Can You Be Charged With Drug Trafficking Just for Transporting Drugs in Florida? If you’ve been caught with a large quantity of drugs in Florida, you might be facing drug trafficking charges—even if you had no intent to sell or distribute. Many clients come to me shocked that they’re being accused of trafficking
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⚖️ Public Defender vs. Private Criminal Defense Attorney: What’s the Difference? If you’ve been charged with a crime in Florida, one of the first questions you’ll face is:“Should I hire a private attorney or use a court-appointed public defender?” As a Fort Lauderdale criminal defense attorney, I get this question often—here’s what you need to
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💊 What Is Considered “Possession With Intent to Distribute” Under Florida Law? If you’ve been charged with possession with intent to distribute in Florida, you’re likely wondering what exactly the State must prove. As a Fort Lauderdale criminal defense attorney, I get this question often—and the answer depends on the specific facts of your case.
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After several years as a prosecutor and General Counsel for the Broward County Police Benevolence Association (PBA), Michael White started his own practice focused on protecting individuals accused of crimes.
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