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Monthly Archives: September 2018

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Florida Criminal Law: What is the Difference Between Being ‘Detained’ and ‘Arrested’?

By Ratzan & Faccidomo LLC |

If you have been ‘stopped’, you are being ‘questioned, or are being ‘held’ by a Florida police officer, it is important that you know whether: You are being detained; You have been arrested; or None of the above. In this article, our Miami defense lawyers seek to help you better understand your legal rights…. Read More »

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Miami New Times: Strong Evidence of Racial Disparities in Miami Marijuana Enforcement

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On September 7th, 2018, the Miami New Times published a report on the arrest and citation data that was released by the Miami-Dade Police Department. Notably, the Miami New Times assesses that this data confirms the conclusions of its early investigative reports, which found that: Miami-Dade Police are arresting people on marijuana possession charges… Read More »

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Florida’s Identity Theft Law: What is ‘Personal Information’?

By Ratzan & Faccidomo LLC |

Identity theft is a very serious crime in Florida. As this type of fraud becomes more common in the digital age, Florida law enforcement agencies and prosecutors are bringing tougher enforcement action against perpetrators. As CBS News reported earlier this year, identity theft is at a record high in the United States. Of course,… Read More »

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Were You Arrested in South Florida? Four Tips to Help You Protect Your Professional License

By Ratzan & Faccidomo LLC |

In Florida, many professionals are required to obtain and maintain a license from the state in order to practice. Occupational licenses are increasingly common in our country. According to data provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), nearly 25 percent of all American workers hold an occupational license. From lawyers and doctors to… Read More »

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