Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Do I Really Need a Miami Criminal Lawyer for My Drug Offense Case? Find Out Why You Should Consider a Lawyer to Defend Against Drug Charges in Miami
Getting arrested in Miami for drug crimes can seem like the scariest thing possible to some Miami residents who have been hit with drug charges. While drugs like marijuana are legal in many other states, the truth of the matter is that recreational marijuana is still illegal in Miami, along with other popular recreational… Read More »
Can a Dinner Plate be a Deadly Weapon in Miami? This Boca Raton Case Indicates Maybe
Can a common household item that is not intended for violence be considered a deadly weapon in Miami under Florida criminal laws? A case from Boca Raton indicates that it just may be. According to local news reports the Miami New Times, 52-year-old Mark Roher was arrested and charged with felony aggravated battery with… Read More »
Two Men Arrested on Murder Charges in Miami-Dade County – What is the Maximum Penalty for Second-Degree Murder in Miami?
Two men have been arrested in Miami-Dade County after a shooting in which one person died, and another was seriously injured. According to local news reports, 31-year-old Andrew Riley and 20-year-old John Lockey were arrested on second-degree murder and other serious criminal charges for their alleged role in a December 22 shooting in which… Read More »
Miami Man Arrested for Allegedly Stealing Car with Two Children Inside – What You Can Do after Being Charged with Car Theft in Miami to Get Justice
A Northwest Miami-Dade, Florida man has been arrested and charged after he allegedly not only stole a car, but in the process also kidnapped two young children who were inside of it. According to local news reports, 18-year-old Jorge Richar Casola-Martinez was arrested and charged by Miami police officers on Monday of this week… Read More »
Criminal Convictions in Miami: Did You Know about These 5 Potential Consequences of Being Hit with a Criminal Conviction under Florida Criminal Laws?
While most Miami residents are aware that being convicted with a crime under Florida criminal laws can carry with it harsh penalties and potential jail time, the truth of the matter is that there are a number of other potential consequences that Miami criminal convictions can carry with them. Indeed, besides the penalties that… Read More »
Fentanyl: Not Just a “Buzz Word” as Authorities Arrest Two in Miami Fentanyl Trafficking Case – Know Your Rights if You are Facing Drug Charges in Miami
The recent arrest of two individuals by Miami authorities for allegedly trafficking the recently-high-profile drug fentanyl shows Miami residents just how serious drug crimes can be in Miami, and offers the opportunity to open the discussion about where to turn if you are hit with a drug charge in the Miami area. According to… Read More »
Miami Teen and Student Arrested and Charged with Assault Against Teacher, Family Members Say Teen was Acting in Self Defense, has Learning Disabilities and “Needs Someone Who Can Understand Him”
A sad and difficult story regarding the alleged assault of a Miami-area school teacher by a student with learning disabilities hit headlines in Miami-Dade County earlier this month, and a community is searching for answers as to how the incident even happened in the first place. According to local news reports, on Thursday, December… Read More »
Miami Mother Faces Criminal Charges for Leaving 5-Year-Old Child in Car – Where to Go for Legal Help if You are Facing Criminal Charges in Miami
A Miami woman is now facing criminal charges after an incident involving her 5-year-old daughter earlier this week. According to local news reports, Valerie Victoria Vicente, a 33-year-old woman from the Miami-Dade area, was charged with child neglect without the element of great bodily harm after she allegedly left her 5-year-old daughter alone and… Read More »
Opa-locka Christmas Light Arrest Puts Miami Holiday Enthusiasts on Edge about Decking Out Cars with Lights
There is no doubt that decorating one’s home with colorful Christmas lights, garlands and wreaths, and, of course, the Christmas tree, is a significant Christmas pastime and tradition for many Miami families. This year, however, some Miami Christmas enthusiasts are taking things one step further, and decking out their cars and trucks with bright… Read More »
Miami Police Lieutenant’s Domestic Violence Arrest Shows Even Cops Can be Charged with Serious, Violent Crimes – What You Can Do if You are Arrest for DV in Miami
With the 2024 Christmas holiday just around the corner, some Miami residents were shocked to hear the news that one of the men in blue that they depend on for safety and protection was arrested for harming a member of his own family. According to local news reports, Miami Police lieutenant Thomas Carroll, a… Read More »
