A field sobriety test is a test or series of tests that law enforcement officers use to conclude if a driver is impaired. Florida has three standardized field sobriety tests: the Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus (HGN), the walk and turn, and the one-leg stand (OLS). If you are accused of a DUI in Florida, you need to […]
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Each day, drivers get behind the wheel while intoxicated. Drivers in Florida are no different. In fact, the website Responsibility.org found that in 2019, 26% of all fatal accidents on Florida roadways were connected to alcohol impairment. Additionally, of the 10,142 alcohol-related driving fatalities across the nation, 814 were in Florida. Because of statistics like this, Florida
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It’s like something out of the movies — a foreign tourist coming to visit the U.S. and unexpectedly falling in love. This doesn’t only happen in the movies, though; it has happened in real life. While there is typically no issue with a foreign visitor getting married to a U.S. citizen, one problem could arise
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Summer usually means many marriages are taking place. Before someone walks down the aisle, though, if one of the individuals getting married is not from the United States, several forms and other processes will need to be completed after the union takes place. While some may think it’s unnecessary to prove that a marriage is
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The idea of being convicted of a burglary or robbery charge can frighten anyone. The crimes are serious accusations that can result in hefty consequences. While both crimes shouldn’t be taken lightly, there are also key differences between the two charges. Are you facing a burglary or robbery charge? Contact the experienced Hollywood, Florida criminal defense attorneys
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Taking an item without someone’s permission may not seem like a serious offense, especially if you assume the item’s monetary value is not worth a lot. However, even taking a small item from someone else or a business can result in harsh punishment. The first part of Florida statute §812.014 defines theft as someone who, “knowingly obtains
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Asylum applications have historically been low in the United States. In 2018, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) received and reviewed more than 100,000 credible fear complaints. Since the year 2000 when the country’s borders opened, asylum seekers have gradually climbed. This rise is not unexpected given the growing number of unaccompanied young people trying
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Those fearing for their lives in their home country may feel like they have nowhere else to go to escape danger. But for those who have family or other connections in the United States, there may be hope. According to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), more than 46,500 individuals were granted asylum in 2019. That equates to about
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Drug charges are serious offenses that could have a significant impact on someone’s life. In Florida alone, the state’s Department of Law Enforcement reported more than 134,000 arrests for drug offenses in 2018. If you are facing drug charges in Florida, the team at Magilligan Law is here to help. Contact our attorneys as soon as possible
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