Kalief Browder, a Bronx, N.Y. native, was only 16-years-old when cops unexpectedly showed up and stripped him of his liberty while he was walking home from a party. A person who Browder never met before accused him of robbery. Browder’s nightmare began. The teen spent the next three years jailed…
As a criminal defense attorney, one question that I am most frequently asked is: “How can you defend those guilty people?” Erroneously presupposed by those who ask this question is that all the people that I represent are all guilty. I have different responses when asked this question depending on…
Yesterday, I asked my Twitter friends to give me some suggestions as to what they wanted me to blog about. Several wanted me to discuss some real cases that I’ve been involved with that stand out over the course of my over twenty years as a prosecutor and defense attorney.…
The Mexico Supreme Court has overturned a lower court ruling that led to a Mexican drug lord’s freedom. Rafael Caro Quintero, 61, was accused of kidnapping and murder a DEA agent, Enrique Camarena, and his pilot, in 1985. The Mexican Supreme Court’s decision was released one day after U.S. authorities…
Having practiced as a prosecutor and/or criminal defense attorney for over twenty years in Miami, and throughout South Florida, one thing I’ve noticed is that law enforcement seems to be rather unpredictable as to what alleged crimes they choose to investigate. Some offenses get a pass, while others become the…
While in court one day, I came across an arrest report (also known as arrest affidavit and/or A-form ) that caught my attention. Bridget Gomez, a black thirty three year old female, was arrested for engaging in prostitution at Angel’s Bar on West Dixie Highway, in violation of Florida Statute…
A California deputy shot a 13-year-old boy who he thought he saw a teen carrying an assault rifle. The assault rifle perceived by the deputy was later determined to be a fake rifle. The young boy was later identified as Andy Lopez Cruz. When the deputy approached Cruz moments before…
If you’ve ever wanted to know what really happens in the Criminal Justice System, simply turn on the television. Plop on the couch and turn to an old Matlock rerun. Or better yet, if you search a bit, you’ll probably find a Perry Mason classic. With little effort, you’ll find…
I get this question asked a lot: What should I do if a friend, family member or other loved one has been arrested? A: If someone you know has been arrested, it’s important initially to gather all information possible so that we can assist you most efficiently. Prior to contacting…
Here’s a frequently asked question (FAQ) that I get often: “What should I do if I’m under investigation?” A: It is critical to contact a criminal defense attorney immediately after becoming aware that law enforcement is investigating you and/or your business. Our extensive experience can guide you through this challenging…