Musca Law Blog

  • 3 Defenses for Disorderly Conduct

    Disorderly conduct, while a particularly common crime, is described by a particularly vague law. This crime is also known as a breach of the peace, and people may be arrested for the crime to regulate the conduct in… Continue Reading
  • DUI Laws for Adults vs. Minors In Florida

    Florida takes drinking and driving very seriously and imposes harsh penalties even for a first conviction. Both the courts and the DMV (Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles) penalize drivers regardless… Continue Reading
  • The Differences Between Theft and Burglary

    Many people are unaware theft and burglary are two different crimes. In fact, you could probably be charged with both during the same event. Theft is probably one of the most common crimes committed in the state of… Continue Reading
  • Prostitution Charges and Penalties

    Being convicted of a prostitution charge can be astonishingly life-ruining and harmful to your personal life. Due to this, it is best to be informed about what prostitution charges actually are and what the legal… Continue Reading
  • What You Should Know About Probation Violations

    According to Florida law, probation is a type of community supervision requiring an offender to maintain certain contacts with particular officers and follow certain terms or conditions outlined by a court order.… Continue Reading
  • What Is Disorderly Conduct?

    Disorderly conduct laws are an effort to keep local communities running calmly and smoothly. Far from focusing on any single legal offense, disorderly conduct laws are designed to be a "catch-all" type of offense and are… Continue Reading
  • How to Combat a Red Light Ticket

    Running a red light can be dangerous, but many drivers have accidentally proceeded through the intersection while changing their radio or fishing for a dropped item in the car. Some people misjudge how much time they… Continue Reading
  • Understanding Fraud Charges and How to Defend Against Them

    There are a lot of different Florida crimes that fall under the category of fraud. It can include everything from using a credit card without permission to making false statements to a bank. You can even commit fraud… Continue Reading
  • Can Taking Prescription Drugs Lead to a DUI?

    Taking prescription drugs is extremely prevalent among citizens in the United States. Around half of all Americans take one or more prescription medications, and the most common among adults are those for cardiovascular… Continue Reading
  • What are the Penalties for BUI In Florida?

    Boating under the influence is a violation of Florida law 327.35. There are a few different ways to be a drunk boater in Florida. First, you can operate a boat while alcohol or a controlled substance impairs your normal… Continue Reading
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