One of the most challenging aspects of divorce is determining child custody arrangements. While many people are aware of the basic factors a Florida court considers in child custody cases, several lesser-known factors can also affect the outcome. Parents navigating...
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Child support arrears and passport denial
Falling behind on child support has consequences, depending on how far behind you are on payments and how much you owe. In Florida, once you are fifteen days past due, the state serves you with a Notice of Delinquency. After twenty days, the penalties become more...
When can law enforcement search your vehicle in a traffic stop?
During a Florida traffic stop, authorities may want to search your vehicle. Whether they have the right to do so in the absence of your permission depends on the specifics of the situation. Understanding when you have the right to refuse a law enforcement officer’s...
How to prevent your children from blaming themselves in a divorce
Divorce is a challenging process for every family member, especially for the children. They might not fully comprehend the intricacies and reasons behind their parents' decision to separate. Often, kids erroneously believe they played a role in causing the divorce,...
Are you eligible for drug court in Lee County?
As someone who lives in Florida and has a substance dependency, you may find that your dependence impacts your behavior and makes you act in ways you otherwise would not. Many people in Florida jails and prisons on drug-related charges are there because they suffer...
3 financial considerations during a gray divorce
Even after decades of marriage, sometimes people grow apart and change. Although divorce rates in Florida have declined, it often serves as the best solution for both parties. When a couple has spent years building a life, the financial impact of a gray divorce goes...
Is jail time mandatory for DUI offenders in Florida?
Driving under the influence in Florida means serious penalties, some of which might include sizable fines, substance abuse treatment obligations and a loss of your driver’s license. However, if you recently received a DUI charge during a Florida traffic stop, one of...
Co-parenting peacefully: Tips for handling drop-offs and pickups
Divorce often has a particularly heavy impact on minor children, who suddenly find their lives torn apart due to no fault of theirs. With no say and no power to influence the upheaval, they may sustain mental and emotional wounds with long-lasting implications. Courts...
Could you lose your license over back child support?
If you have difficulty paying child support after ending your marriage or worry about this issue as a parent working through the divorce process, it is crucial to go over your options, rights and responsibilities. If you fall behind on child support, different...
Penalties for drug trafficking
The Department of Justice indicates that due to the location and large population of the state, Florida has frequent illicit drug activity. Drug trafficking is a serious offense, and the government imposes severe penalties to deter individuals from engaging in such...
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