Author Archives: Jay Butchko
What Is Actual Vs. Constructive Possession?
If you are facing charges for possession of an illegal substance in Florida, you may be wondering how best to defend yourself. When it comes to possession, you may feel like you have been convicted the moment that you were charged. However, a lot can happen between the time you are charged and convicted,… Read More »
Understanding Reckless Driving Charges In Florida
Reckless driving is a traffic offense in Florida. It is a serious violation. Indeed, reckless driving is a misdemeanor criminal offense in the state. An arrest and conviction for reckless driving in Florida could even lead to prison time. You can defend yourself against a reckless driving charge. In this article, our Tampa traffic… Read More »
How To Prepare For Divorce Mediation In Florida
Divorce is far from rare. The United States Census Bureau reports that approximately one-third of U.S. adults who have ever been married have gotten divorced. That divorce is relatively common does not make it any less challenging for the person who is actually going through it. At the same time, a divorce does not… Read More »
Serial Burglary Suspect Arrested In Tampa
Tampa businesses have experienced a rash of burglaries lately, and the Tampa PD believes they have just found the person responsible. Four area businesses have been burglarized and the police quickly noted that these burglaries shared a lot of similarities. For starters, in each case the business’s front door or window was smashed to… Read More »
Do I Have To Take A Breathalyzer Test?
If you are pulled over on suspicion of DUI, you are probably panicking. A DUI conviction can have serious and life-altering consequences, so it’s important to treat this seriously. Simply by driving on Florida’s roads, you have given implied consent to taking breathalyzer tests and abiding by all of the state’s traffic laws. However,… Read More »
A Comprehensive Guide To Identity Theft Charges In Florida
Identity theft is a considerable issue in the United States. According to data from the National Council of Identity Theft Protection, there were 5.7 million reports of identity theft nationwide in 2021—a sharp increase from prior years. Police and prosecutors in Florida are cracking down on identity theft. It is a serious crime that… Read More »
Have You Been Charged With Extortion?
Extortion is something that you see a lot in movies, but it is very different to living the plot. If you have been charged with committing extortion in Florida, you are facing a potential 15-year-long prison sentence. Extortion is taken very seriously in Florida, so it’s important to make sure that you have experienced… Read More »
Have You Been Charged With Xanax Possession In Tampa?
You may think it is perfectly fine to have Xanax in your possession since it is legal when it is prescribed by a doctor and you can get it at the pharmacy. However, Xanax is a Schedule IV controlled substance, which means that the only way to get it legally is from a doctor…. Read More »
Understanding Plea Bargains
It is incredibly stressful to be charged with a crime, however, you may take some comfort in knowing that only about 10% of cases actually go to trial. This means that you have a 90% chance of receiving a plea bargain that allows you to settle your matter without leaving it up to the… Read More »
Can I Stop Making Alimony Payments If I Lose My Job?
No one is excited to have to make alimony or spousal support payments, and some people may even joke that they hope to lose their job so that they no longer have to make them. However, fortunately or unfortunately, losing your job does not get you off the hook for making spousal support payments…. Read More »
