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Burglary Charges Under Florida Law

Florida Statute 810.02 defines burglary as entering or remaining in a structure or conveyance with the intent to commit an offense therein. This post explains the charges, degrees, and penalties.

Plea Agreements in Florida

Plea agreements in Florida must be accepted by the court and are governed by specific procedural requirements under the Florida Rules of Criminal Procedure.

Sentencing in Florida Criminal Cases

Felony sentencing in Florida is governed by the Criminal Punishment Code, which uses a scoresheet to calculate a recommended sentence based on the offense and prior record.

Juvenile Criminal Proceedings in Florida

Juvenile criminal proceedings in Florida are governed by Chapter 985 of the Florida Statutes and operate under different rules and terminology than adult court. This post explains how the system works.

Florida’s Stand Your Ground Law

Florida Statute 776.013 establishes the Stand Your Ground law, which removes the duty to retreat in certain circumstances. This post explains what the statute provides and how it applies in Florida courts.

Grand Jury Proceedings in Florida

Florida law requires grand jury indictments for capital felonies. This post explains how grand jury proceedings work under the Florida Constitution and Rules of Criminal Procedure.