Musca Law Blog

• 2010 Statistics Reveal Increase in Florida Hate Crimes

  December 30, 2011
  A recent report released by the Florida Attorney General shows a small increase in hate crimes for the state in 2010, according to NBC Miami…. Read more » Read More

• Wrongful Convictions Encourage Florida to Reassess Use of Jailhouse Informants

  December 27, 2011
  According to the Orlando Sentinel, a Jacksonville man wasted 11 years of his life in prison for a murder he did not commit based on… Read more » Read More

• Statistics Point to Increase in Violent Crimes Committed by Young People

  December 23, 2011
  In recent news, a 19-year-old man accused of shooting a Lakeland police officer turned himself in to Lakeland authorities on Monday, December 19, according to… Read more » Read More

• Florida Makes Necessary Changes for Imprisoned Military Veterans

  December 21, 2011
  It is becoming more apparent nationwide that military veterans who enter the prison system cannot be treated just like any other inmate. Veterans often deal… Read more » Read More

• What are the Penalties of a DUI Conviction in Florida?

  December 16, 2011
  It’s one of the last things anyone ever wants to experience: being arrested for driving under the influence (DUI). Based on Florida law, a person… Read more » Read More

• Enhanced Enforcement during Thanksgiving Holiday Gets Results in Florida

  December 15, 2011
  Law enforcement agencies always up enforcement efforts during the holidays, which traditionally have more incidents of driving under the influence (DUI) and theft crimes, such… Read more » Read More