Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Probation Violations in Florida
Probation is a form of community supervision that imposes specific conditions and terms (in lieu of incarceration) on those who have been convicted of certain criminal offenses. However, these sentences should still not be taken lightly, as violating a condition of probation can have serious consequences, including the revocation of the sentence altogether, so… Read More »
Being Charged with the Fraudulent Use of a Credit Card in Florida
Fraudulently using a credit card is one of the most commonly charged white collar crimes in Florida and comes with serious penalties for those who are convicted. To learn more about preparing a strong defense to your own credit card fraud charges, please contact an experienced Seminole white collar crime attorney who can advise… Read More »
Boating Under the Influence in Florida
Although most of us associate operating a vehicle while intoxicated with drunk driving, in Florida, operating other vessels, such as a boat, while intoxicated also qualifies as driving under the influence, or a BUI. Boating under the influence comes with serious penalties, so if you were recently arrested for or charged with a BUI,… Read More »
Florida’s Implied Consent Laws
When investigating a motorist for driving under the influence, law enforcement officers usually ask the individual to submit to a breath, urine, or blood test, the results of which are then used to determine the driver’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC). In Florida, motorists who operate vehicles in the state are automatically assumed to agree… Read More »
What are Occupational Crimes?
Also known as workplace crimes, occupational crimes are defined as offenses that are committed by someone during the course of his or her employment. Occupational crimes encompass a wide range of criminal acts, but the most common include white collar offenses, such as embezzlement, money laundering, tax fraud, and the misuse of company information… Read More »
DUI and Administrative Driver’s License Suspension in Florida
There are a number of reasons why a motorist might have his or her driver’s license suspended or revoked, but most are related to unpaid traffic tickets, failing to appear at a traffic summons, or being convicted of driving while under the influence. The steps that a person is required to take in order… Read More »
What to do if You are Issued a Traffic Citation in Florida
Being issued a traffic citation in Florida can result in fines, the assessment of points to the driver’s record, and even driver’s license suspension. Fortunately, motorists who receive traffic citations can avoid these penalties, so if you were recently issued a ticket, it is important to speak with an experienced Seminole traffic citation lawyer… Read More »
What it Means to be Charged with a White Collar Crime
Although many people associate Florida’s criminal code with violent offenses like assault and battery, drug-related crimes, or traffic violations, the reality is that these are only a few of the many different types of offenses with which a person can be charged. Many defendants, for example, face white collar crime charges, or allegations of… Read More »
Violating the Standard Conditions of Probation or Parole
Probation is an alternative to imprisonment that allows defendants to stay out of jail as long as they comply with strict conditions required by the court. To find out whether you could be eligible for court-ordered formal supervision, or if you were recently accused of violating the terms of your probation, please contact an… Read More »
Reinstating Your Suspended Driver’s License
In Florida, those who are convicted of certain offenses, who commit traffic infractions, or who are involved in certain civil matters face serious penalties, one of which is the suspension or revocation of a driver’s license. The former refers to the temporary withdrawal of a person’s license, while the latter refers to the termination… Read More »