Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Florida Refuge For Puerto Rican Women Who Are Victims Of Domestic Violence
Two governors and 90 victims later, SB 70 was signed into law, banning the disclosure of the location of domestic violence (DV) centers and other information in Florida. It means a safe haven for many who have suffered at the hands of those they trusted across the state, but on the island, as well…. Read More »
Is A Police Presence In Florida Schools Solving Problems Or Creating Them?
Mass shootings in public schools spurred a response that includes increasing the number of officers on school campuses across the Sunshine State. Proponents argue that more uniformed bodies act as a deterrent to potential catastrophe, while those opposed to the dramatic intensification of a police presence believe it has detrimental effects on students. A… Read More »
Is It Time To File Bankruptcy?
If you are feeling overwhelmed by creditors’ calls and having to dodge strangers on your porch, you may believe that you have no control over your future. But that is far from accurate. There are options that, while serious, may just give you the breathing room you need to turn things around. Now may… Read More »
Florida DUI Consequences
If you’ve been charged with a DUI, you can count on some stiff consequences, along with a slew of expenses coming your way. This is particularly true if this is a repeat offense or your driving while inebriated resulted in property damage, personal injury, or death. While no attorney can make the incident disappear… Read More »
How Can You Support Someone You Believe Is A Victim Of Domestic Violence?
The nation was horrified to learn that young Gabby Petito’s death had occurred, especially when the coroner deduced that the death was a homicide. The convoluted path that Petito and her fiancé, Brian Laundrie, took in the preceding days and weeks involved a stop in Moab, Utah, where there were reports of domestic violence. … Read More »
Should You Accept A Plea Bargain?
If you are facing time behind bars, you may be terrified of what the future holds. So when a prosecutor offers a plea bargain, it may be tempting to jump at the opportunity to accept reduced charges in exchange for a guilty plea. In many circumstances, that is very likely the best scenario. But… Read More »
Are You A Victim Of Domestic Violence?
If you are in an unhappy intimate relationship, you may have wondered if the problem is with you or with your partner. If the relationship includes domestic violence, chances are your partner has led you to doubt yourself. How can you determine whether or not you are in a normal, healthy relationship that has… Read More »
Have You Been Falsely Accused Of Domestic Violence?
Accusations of domestic violence are serious business. When someone suffers serious harm and tells a courtroom that you are responsible for their injuries, it can destroy your life. If you find yourself bewildered by such charges, don’t wait another second: contact a local criminal defense attorney immediately. What Constitutes Domestic Violence? When someone demonstrates… Read More »
UM’s Dante Williams Facing Domestic Violence Battery Charges: DV Can Happen To Anyone
If you are or have ever been roughed up by a partner, you should know that domestic violence is not limited to any particular race, religion, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or social status. As the recent arrest of Dante Williams demonstrates, even those in the limelight can be involved in domestic violence. Williams’ Arrest… Read More »
Robbery & Armed Robbery Charges In Florida
There’s no room to be naïve if you are facing charges of robbery or armed robbery in the Sunshine State. You could be facing a felony conviction, which translates to significant time behind bars in the event you are found guilty. Rather than leave the outcome to chance, your best bet going forward is… Read More »