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What Is a Deferred Prosecution Agreement?

By Meldon Law |

A Deferred Prosecution Agreement (DPA) is a contract between the defendant and the State Attorney’s Office. This contract is typically negotiated between a defense attorney and a prosecutor. Typically a defendant must have no prior criminal history and in cases involving a victim (battery), the victim usually must be okay with a deferred prosecution… Read More

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The Importance of Having a Attorney at Your DMV Hearing

By Meldon Law |

Florida takes drinking and driving seriously. Anyone caught driving under the influence will face immediate and severe consequences. This can include fines, jail time, and the loss of your license. If you rely on your driver’s license to get you to and from work, a long-term suspension can have a serious effect on your… Read More

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Possession of Cannabis

By Meldon Law |

Generally, speaking there are two different charges for possession of cannabis. One is possession of less than 20 grams of cannabis and the other is possession of more than 20 grams of cannabis. The major difference between the two is that possession of more than 20 grams is a felony of the third degree,… Read More

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Habitual Traffic Offenders

By Meldon Law |

A habitual traffic offender (HTO) is a person who has received either three driving while license suspended (DWLS) offenses in a period of five (5) years, these three driving while license suspended can either be all civil citations for driving while license suspended, all three can be criminal or it can be a combination… Read More

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Marion County DUI Court

By Meldon Law |

by Ian Pickens Established in October 2000, DUI Court’s mission has been to reduce the number of repeat DUI offenders. DUI Court provides alternative community-based treatment and is structured to provide repeat offenders with intense outpatient treatment while on supervised probation. The Court monitors the individual’s compliance with the program and progress through regular… Read More

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Criminal Justice Reform

By Meldon Law |

by Ian Pickens The Florida Legislature recently passed a criminal justice reform bill. On May 3, 2019, the Florida House of Representatives put the final stamp of approval on House Bill 7125 by a vote of 110-0, sending the bill to the desk of Gov. Ron DeSantis. The bill includes changes to multiple areas… Read More

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Top Five Causes of Car Accidents: Driver Actions and Behaviors That Place You at Risk of Serious Injury

By Meldon Law |

Despite countless public safety campaigns and stricter traffic laws that encourage safe driving, more and more drivers take risks when they get behind the wheel. Drunk driving, cellphone distraction, and aggressive driving result in impaired, distracted, and angry drivers. This toxic roadway culture places everyday drivers at risk for serious injury. If you’ve been… Read More

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Rideshare Accidents: If a Lyft Driver Hits Me, Who Can I Sue?

By Meldon Law |

Lyft is a major player in the current rideshare industry. It’s an up-and-coming rideshare choice, second only to Uber, that provides yet another option for catching a ride. With an estimated 1.4 million Lyft drivers on America’s highways and city streets, you face a real chance of being involved in an accident with a… Read More

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Boating Under the Influence (Field Sobriety Exercises)

By Meldon Law |

During an investigation for driving under the influence an officer may ask a person if they would agree to participate in a few exercises so the officer can determine if they are ok to drive. The most common exercises are Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus (HGN), the walk and turn, one leg stand and finger to… Read More

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Boating Under The Influence

By Meldon Law |

With the summer months approaching many people will take to the Florida’s vast and beautiful lakes, rivers, and other waterways for some fun in the sun. Keep in mind though that just because you are on the water and not a road or highway you aren’t immune from being arrested for operating a vessel… Read More

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