Why Criminal Convictions Are Risky for Non-Citizens The Importance of Legal Counsel Before Accepting a Plea However, a non-citizen, or immigrant, defendant needs to be leery of entering a plea before having the competent advice of counsel as many criminal convictions can subject a non-citizen defendant to deportation or render them inadmissible. As a...
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You don’t think you’ve done anything wrong, but your ex is accusing you of stalking. Don’t make the mistake we see time and again. Even if you’re sure you are innocent, you have to take the charge seriously. The truth doesn’t always come out, especially if you do not hire an experienced defense attorney...
Facing criminal charges is overwhelming. You’re scared, confused, and probably wondering what to do next. One of the first decisions you’ll have to make is: Should I hire a private attorney or go with a public defender? It’s a fair question, especially if you’re in Miami-Dade County, where arrests happen daily and the stakes can...
Being a passenger in a car might feel safe, you’re not the one driving, so why worry? Unfortunately, under Florida law, passengers can still be arrested and charged if police discover drugs, weapons, or other illegal items in the vehicle. At Izquierdo Law Firm, we see many clients surprised to learn just how limited...
If you or a loved one is facing criminal charges in Miami, you may be wondering: What happens next? The truth is, criminal cases in Florida can be resolved in several different ways. At Izquierdo Law Firm, our goal is always to find the best possible outcome for your situation. Possible Outcomes in a...
Your domestic partner has called the police on you after fights several times. You haven’t been arrested, so you might think the calls are harmless. However, even if the police don’t arrest you, your partner could file for a domestic violence injunction or restraining order. While this is not as serious as a domestic...
Many people believe that if they’re innocent, they don’t need a lawyer. After all, the truth should set them free, right? Unfortunately, that’s not how the criminal justice system in Miami works. At Izquierdo Law Firm, we remind clients that innocence alone is not enough. Once you’re arrested, police and prosecutors already believe you’re...
In Florida, approximately 33 percent of convicted felons will be caught committing another crime within three years of their release from prison, and as many as 65 percent will be arrested again within five years. This rate of repeat offenses is known as recidivism, and it is a major problem in the criminal justice system...
If you have been arrested in Miami and charged with drug trafficking, you could be facing a long prison sentence and a hefty fine. This is a serious charge, and you should seek advice from an experienced drug crimes defense attorney as soon as possible. At the Izquierdo Law Firm, we have successfully defended...
You answer the door and are confronted by police shoving a search warrant at you. You may know what they’re looking for, or it may be completely unexpected. Either way, you don’t have to let the officers push you around. You have some rights in this situation, but if you don’t know what they...
You have been arrested and charged with indecent exposure, possession of child pornography, or sexual battery. You may think it will be easy to prove your innocence, but you are taking a big risk with your future. If you have been charged with a sex crime in Florida, you need to hire an experienced...
If there’s one thing that has united most everyone during the very difficult and uncertain COVID-19 pandemic, it’s the Tiger King. The recently-released Netflix documentary about Joe Exotic (aka Joseph Maldonado-Passage) has caught America and the internet’s ‘memedom’ by storm. Internet memes seem to really run the gamut, and my personal favorite is the one...