tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-40082150668789325472024-02-07T07:29:36.834-05:00Tampa Gainesville Florida Attorneys | Criminal | Injury Lawyers<center>The Law Offices of Michael P. Maddux, P.A. Offices in Tampa, Hillsborough, Gainesville, and Alachua, Florida.</center>Michael P. Maddux, P.A.http://www.blogger.com/profile/05011189474923702033noreply@blogger.comBlogger89125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4008215066878932547.post-35519711209657161332017-03-02T14:12:00.003-05:002017-03-02T14:12:58.065-05:00Be Careful with your Automobile Insurance Coverage Q & A<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Many drivers do not know how much or what automobile insurance coverage they have. It is important to know what coverage you have and your policy limits in case of an accident. </div>
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Unfortunately, there are many uninsured drivers on the road. If you do not have the proper insurance to protect yourself, you could be faced with great financial hardship for an accident you did not cause. We recommend that you contact your auto insurance company to inquire about Under-insured or Uninsured Motorist coverage. </div>
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This extra coverage is afforded when you are a victim of an accident and the other driver does not have bodily injury coverage or does not have enough coverage for your permanent injury claim. The cost for this coverage is nominal compared to the benefit you will receive if it is needed. However, in order to carry uninsured motorist coverage you must have bodily injury coverage in the same amount. </div>
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This is about public policy. If you're going to protect yourself against uninsured motorists, you yourself should not be an uninsured motorist. The roads are dangerous enough. Take some of the risk that you will be financially devastated by an accident out of the equation and by sufficient bodily injury and uninsured motorist coverage. Bodily Injury coverage is not mandatory in the State of Florida, but you can be personally sued if you cause an accident and someone has suffered permanent injuries. </div>
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When people come to our office and say they have full coverage and all they carry is PIP, they are sadly misinformed. They have enough coverage to be legally driving on the road but they are certainly not adequately insured.</div>
Law Office of W.F. "Casey" Ebsary Jrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16052220298849550203noreply@blogger.com2102 W Cleveland St, Tampa, FL 33606, USA27.9431541 -82.481169427.9430446 -82.4813269 27.9432636 -82.4810119tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4008215066878932547.post-57900936038741889392017-03-02T07:08:00.000-05:002017-03-02T07:08:33.363-05:00Driving Without Insurance<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Florida like many states requires drivers to have car insurance. If you are pulled over by law enforcement and don’t have car insurance, the officer can issue you a citation under § 316.646, Florida Statutes, for operating a vehicle without insurance. Furthermore, if you elect to just pay the resulting ticket, this can result in a guilty plea or a conviction. </div>
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The consequence of a conviction of driving without car insurance is that it your driver’s license and registration will be suspended. In order to reinstate the two, you will be required to purchase a special type of insurance called SR-22, which is more expensive than regular car insurance, and you will have to maintain this insurance for a period of two years. In addition, you will have to pay a reinstatement fee ranging from $150-$500.</div>
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If you have received a citation for driving without car insurance and would like assistance with you case, please call our office at (813) 253-3363.</div>
Law Office of W.F. "Casey" Ebsary Jrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16052220298849550203noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4008215066878932547.post-19263113165258366992015-08-31T15:37:00.000-04:002015-08-31T15:37:23.484-04:00DUI Arrest Contests are Back<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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Mother’s Against Drunk Drivers (MADD) awarded the University of Florida Police Department with the “Outstanding Dedication to DUI Enforcement and Prevention - University/College Agency” award. Last year alone, UFPD made 97 DUI arrests. According to statistics, approximately 300,000 people drive impaired everyday. </div>
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An even more alarming number is nearly 30 people in the U.S. die everyday as a result of an impaired driver. Please do not drink and drive! However, if you have the unfortunate circumstance of being arrested for driving under the influence of either alcohol or drugs, please contact our office as soon as possible so we can begin working with you to arrive at a just result.</div>
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Michael P. Maddux, P.A.http://www.blogger.com/profile/05011189474923702033noreply@blogger.com1601 Northwest 80 Boulevard, Gainesville, FL 32606, USA29.6672854 -82.4270550999999611.7811824000000023 -123.73564909999996 57.5533884 -41.118461099999962tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4008215066878932547.post-18822187972849629062015-08-31T15:30:00.000-04:002015-08-31T15:30:51.684-04:00DUI Check Points are Back in Gainesville<div style="text-align: left;">
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After a several year hiatus, DUI check points are making there comeback in Gainesville. The last DUI Checkpoint in Gainesville was December 31, 2013. However, members of the Florida Highway Patrol, Alachua County Sheriff’s Office and Gainesville Police Department started back up again on June 26, 2015 with a DUI Checkpoint on Archer Road. According the Gainesville Police Department Facebook page, “The Checkpoint serves as an educational tool and reminder for those driving the roadways of the dangers of driving under the influence of alcoholic beverages.” </div>
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Please do not drink and drive, however, if you or someone you know has had the unfortunate experience of being arrested for driving under the influence, please contact the experienced attorneys at Michael P. Maddux, P.A. to assist you in navigating through both the Division of Motor Vehicle System as well as the Criminal Justice System. </div>
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Michael P. Maddux, P.A.http://www.blogger.com/profile/05011189474923702033noreply@blogger.com1601 Northwest 80 Boulevard, Gainesville, FL 32606, USA29.6672854 -82.4270550999999611.7811824000000023 -123.73564909999996 57.5533884 -41.118461099999962tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4008215066878932547.post-59084286273105194292015-01-29T20:01:00.002-05:002015-01-29T20:01:54.906-05:00Three Things Your Teacher Never Told You About Gasparilla 2015<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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From my high school days, I recall parking in outskirt communities and walking into the parade atmosphere. If you do not live in the area, consider splitting a walkable hotel with friends. Gasparilla fun can be safe and arrest free. Be sure to be prepared to get to and from the festivities safely. </div>
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Traffic is horrible so get creative! Think chartered helicopter, designated driver horse and carriage, designated driver motor boat, SUP (Stand Up Paddleboard) , kayak, designated driver bicycle built-for-two, etc. But whatever your transport, be good to yourself and others, by practicing safe choices.</div>
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If walking is not an option, be sure to plan your safe ride in advance. Cabs will undoubtedly abound, but will require the foresight and restraint by you (and your pals) to set aside the cash to get from Point A to Point B. Local taxi phone numbers include:</div>
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Uber and Lyft are convenient ride-sharing services that will send a driver to pick you up by using the location of your cell phone. Simply download the apps and sign up ahead. Conveniently, you pay with whatever card you register with when signing up, tipping is included in the fare, and both companies often offer some sort of credit for first time users. Be aware that “prime time” or “surge pricing” may apply this weekend, which could mean that ordinary fares may increase significantly.</div>
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Zingo is another option. Call 888-ZINGO-11, and your driver will arrive on a foldable motorbike. He or she will then fold up their bike, place it in your trunk, drive you home in your own vehicle, and take off on the motorbike upon your safe return. </div>
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In addition, the <a href="http://www.gohart.blogspot.com/2015/01/set-sail-to-gasparilla-with-hart-and.html?m=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gasparilla 2015 Trolleys, buses (day passes around $4) and streetcars</a> will be running and are most affordable. For more information on pricing and schedules, visit: </div>
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Again, if none of the above options strikes your fancy, get creative! Think chartered helicopter, designated driver horse-carriage, designated driver motor boat, SUP (Stand Up Paddleboard) , kayak, designated driver bicycle built-for-two, etc. But whatever your transport, be good to yourself and others, by practicing safe choices.</div>
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Law Office of W.F. "Casey" Ebsary Jrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16052220298849550203noreply@blogger.comTampa, FL, USA27.950575 -82.45717760000002327.5019215 -83.102624600000027 28.3992285 -81.811730600000018tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4008215066878932547.post-25617684254171295682014-09-12T11:34:00.000-04:002014-09-12T11:34:36.920-04:00Florida Prison Death Statistics Now Readily Available<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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Under growing scrutiny regarding the increasing number of deaths within the prisons each year, the Florida Department of Corrections has released a database to the public which allows individuals to review all prison deaths in the State of Florida for the past fourteen years. People can see the status of a death investigation as well as some summary reports of closed cases. The search can be done by facility, sex, race or manner of death. </div>
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“By taking advantage of technology, we are allowing the public to have access to the information about in-custody deaths that is available to us. This is another step toward increasing transparency and accountability into the functions of the Department.” </div>
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The Department of Corrections currently houses approximately 101,000 inmates in 49 institutions around the State of Florida. All non-natural deaths are investigated by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement with help of the Office of Inspector General. The remaining deaths are investigated by the Officer of Inspector General alone. </div>
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To date this year, there have been 225 deaths within the Florida Department of Corrections facilities. Of those, 213 are male and 12 are female. Three deaths were the result of homicide, one was the result of a suicide and eighty-seven cases are still being investigated.</div>
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Although this is not a complete fix to the problem regarding abuse in the prisons, this is a step in the right direction towards making a change. </div>
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If you have a family member or friend who has died or is/was the victim of abuse while in a Florida prison, please contact the Law Office Michael P. Maddux who will ensure that the proper investigation is completed and a just resolution is obtained. No one deserves to be abused by prison guards, regardless of the reason they are in the prison. </div>
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Michael P. Maddux, P.A.http://www.blogger.com/profile/05011189474923702033noreply@blogger.com2102 West Cleveland Street, Tampa, FL 33606, USA27.943164 -82.4812170000000150.057081000000000159 -123.78981100000001 55.829246999999995 -41.172623000000016tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4008215066878932547.post-23404419894881940942014-03-07T12:45:00.000-05:002014-03-07T13:44:33.268-05:00False Arrest Claims under 42 USC § 1983 - False Arrest Claims under Florida Law - Juvenile Falsely Arrested in Clay County<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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An innocent juvenile spent 35 days in the Clay County Jail after three deputies failed check that they had the correct suspect based on a photo lineup. The correct suspect was another student at the high school with the same name. The three deputies involved have been disciplined. According to published reports, "The mistake wasn't discovered until the teen received court documents detailing the charges against him." Reports also indicate, "Authorities say investigators failed to confirm their suspect's identity with a photo lineup. They actually had been seeking another student at the same high school with the same name."</div>
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The University of Chicago Law review notes, "Under § 1983, citizens may seek redress for violations of their constitutional rights by state or local officials,9 including police officers. The statute guarantees that “[e]very person who, under color of any statute, ordinance, regulation, custom or usage, of any State or</div>
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Territory . . . subjects . . . any . . . person . . . to the deprivation of any rights, privileges, or immunities secured by the Constitution and laws, shall be liable to the party injured.” A § 1983 action has two essential elements: that the alleged injury was committed by a person acting under color of state law, and that this conduct deprived the person of a right “secured by the Constitution and the laws” of the United States."</div>
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The University of Chicago Law review also notes "the only difference between the federal § 1983 claim and the pendent state claim was the placement of the burden of proof—under Florida law, probable cause was an affirmative defense, while in the Eleventh Circuit, the “plaintiffs had the burden of demonstrating the absence of probable cause in order to succeed in their § 1983 claim.”"</div>
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If you have been the victim of a false arrest, please contact our office for a consultation.<br />
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Authored by: Jennifer Salter, Esquire<br />
For the full report, please see: <a href="http://www.wcjb.com/local-news-state-news/2014/02/teen-spends-35-days-jail-after-mistaken-arrest">http://www.wcjb.com/local-news-state-news/2014/02/teen-spends-35-days-jail-after-mistaken-arrest</a><br />
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Source: http://lawreview.uchicago.edu/sites/lawreview.uchicago.edu/files/uploads/73.1/73_1_Newman.pdfLaw Office of W.F. "Casey" Ebsary Jrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16052220298849550203noreply@blogger.com1601 Northwest 80th Boulevard, Gainesville, FL 32606, USA29.667441 -82.4272169999999851.7813540000000003 -123.73581099999998 57.553528 -41.118622999999985tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4008215066878932547.post-53328095986636909022014-02-20T12:44:00.000-05:002014-02-20T12:44:15.869-05:00Mugged by Mugshots No More - Update - Mugshot Websites Under Fire in Florida.<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">UPDATE - February 20, 2014 - Florida is considering action in this area but <span style="color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">Kentucky passed two bills to help people put their criminal records behind them. </span></span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: inherit; line-height: 20px;">The new law would make it a felony to publish someone's jail mugshot to a website and then demand money for the photo's removal.</span></div>
<br /><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">Pinellas Sheriff Bob Gualtiere could not have said it better when he equated web site postings of mug shots and then the charge of a removal fee as extortion. Sites like </span><a href="http://www.mugshots.com/" rel="nofollow" style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;" target="_blank">www.mugshots.com</a><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;"> have proliferated with an extortionist entrepreneurial spirit. These sites feed on peoples’ misery whether deserved or not and spackle images of people’s lowest moments, their arrests, all over the internet for crude entertainment. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The sheriff recognized that this legitimate public information, photographs and information about folks booked at the jail was being exploited for non-public use in a mean spirited, financially exploitive manner. As the link below reflects he is taking steps to limit abuse. Most of the time my office speaks out regarding law enforcement we do so to point out abuse and mistakes. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">It is most enjoyable to see this sheriff serving the public’s broad interests through such a thoughtful change. Keep up the good work Sheriff Gualtiere.<u></u><u></u></span></div>
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Law Office of W.F. "Casey" Ebsary Jrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16052220298849550203noreply@blogger.com2102 West Cleveland Street, Tampa, FL 33606, USA27.943164 -82.4812170000000152.4211294999999993 -123.78981100000001 53.4651985 -41.172623000000016tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4008215066878932547.post-31847607983163870292014-01-28T09:18:00.000-05:002014-01-28T09:18:09.021-05:00Top Three Things That Anger Florida Prosecutors <table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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Tampa Criminal Attorney notes, On Monday, November 4, 2013, the Supreme Court laid down a decree that further minimizes a person’s Fourth Amendment right to be free from warrantless searches and seizures by law enforcement. The case in question is Stanton v. Sims. While the case was a civil claim for damages under 42 U.S.C. § 1983, Civil Rights, it will have ramifications in criminal cases as well.</div>
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The circumstances surrounding Stanton v. Sims are that Officer Mike Stanton responded to a call regarding an unknown disturbance involving a person with a baseball bat. As Stanton neared the area where the disturbance had been reported, three men were walking in the street. The neighborhood had a reputation for “violence associated with the area gangs.” Two of the men ran upon seeing Stanton’s marked police vehicle. The third man, Nicholas Patrick, crossed in front of the marked vehicle, and he moved quickly towards a residence. The residence was owned by the Plaintiff, Drendolyn Sims, which it does not appear Stanton knew.</div>
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Stanton did not see Patrick with a baseball bat or any other weapon, but wanted to detain him because of Patrick’s suspicious behavior and to investigate the disturbance. Stanton identified himself as police and ordered Patrick to stop, but Patrick did not. Patrick did appear to hear the order but ignored Stanton’s lawful command and went through a gate of a fence. The gate closed and Stanton kicked open the gate to continue pursuit of Patrick. However, Ms. Sims was behind the gate when it flew open. The swinging gate struck Ms. Sims, cut her forehead and injured her shoulder. Stanton felt that Patrick committed a jailable misdemeanor by disobeying Stanton’s order to stop.</div>
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Sims filed suit against Stanton in Federal District Court, alleging that Stanton unreasonably searched her home without a warrant in violation of the Fourth Amendment. On appeal, the Supreme Court disagreed. The Court’s ruling suggests that when an officer is in “hot pursuit” of somebody who allegedly commits even a minor offense, a warrantless entry into the home is not a violation of the Fourth Amendment and did not subject Stanton to personal liability to damages here. </div>
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The Supreme Court had previously found, where an alleged felony occurred, and the officer was in hot pursuit, a warrantless entry into the home does not violate the Fourth Amendment. The ruling here seems to say hot pursuit of alleged offender trumps the sacred boundaries of a person’s home. This case reveals a distancing from the sanctity of the home and seems at odds with the 2013 case of Florida v. Jardines (front porch sniff by drug dog deemed a violation of the Fourth Amendment) which only seemed to bolster the importance of this core constitutional right.</div>
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As of October 1st, there is a new court division in Hillsborough County- Division V. This court division will allow honorably discharged veterans to “get qualifying misdemeanor charges dismissed if they successfully complete a treatment and assessment program.” The Tampa Bay Times reported on this court back in August which can be read here: <a href="http://www.tampabay.com/news/courts/criminal/veterans-court-to-be-launched-in-hillsborough/2137037" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tampabay.com/news/courts/criminal/veterans-court-to-be-launched-in-hillsborough/2137037#</a></div>
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To be eligible to have a case dismissed, the veteran must volunteer to enter the program and also be eligible to receive VA benefits. After meeting the eligibility requirements, the veteran must successfully complete a treatment program tailored to the veteran’s unique situation, such as substance counseling and other programs. Once admitted to the court, the veteran must abide by the following conditions: he/she must complete the treatment, must not be arrested on any new charges and must appear at all court hearings. Once these conditions are met, the charge will be dismissed.</div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Judge Weis, who is the presiding judge of this new court, said “</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #181818; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">A veterans court is necessary and appropriate because it is designed to identify and treat a unique class of individuals suffering from unique issues stemming from a unique causation for which unique resources are readily available for treatment." </span><span style="color: #181818; font-size: 16px; white-space: pre-wrap;">The formation of such a division is a right step toward social justice for folks who have sacrificed and served for our country. </span></div>
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Being told you have to register as a sex offender for the rest of your life is a difficult pill to swallow. After moving to Florida in 2011 an individual received a letter from Florida Department of Law Enforcement FDLE requiring that he register as a sex offender due to an out of state conviction. This had an immediate and negative impact on his life. He was plastered on the FDLE sex offender website, required to get a driver’s license that designated him a sex offender, and was unable to continue with his normal life. He retained the services of a lawyer to try and help him remove his name and information from the sex offender registry. The lawyer correctly interpreted the dense sex offender statute and successfully sought his removal from the registry. </div>
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The sole basis for FDLE requiring this person to register was an out-of state conviction. Although, section 943.0435(1)(a) defines a "sexual offender" as a person convicted of committing specified sexual offenses in Florida or similar offenses in another jurisdiction. The citizen was never required to register as a sex offender in his home State. Additionally, his out of state record was eventually sealed. Without a valid out of state “conviction” there is no basis to designate someone as a sexual offender in Florida. Sometimes people can have FDLE remove name, address, and photograph from the sex offender registry and direct the Florida Department of Motor vehicles to issue a license without a sex offender designation.</div>
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Here is a sample Motion to Dismiss where the court threw out a Gainesville DUI Charge. If you have questions about a DUI Charge in Gainesville Alachua County Visit <a href="http://gainesvilleattorneylawyer.com/" target="_blank">Gainesville DUI Attorney Lawyer</a> here <a href="http://gainesvilleattorneylawyer.com/">http://gainesvilleattorneylawyer.com/</a> or call us. Below is a sample Motion to Dismiss where the court threw out a <b>Gainesville DUI</b> Charge:</div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 200%;"> <b>COMES
NOW</b>, Defendant, XXXXXXXXXXXXX, by and through the undersigned attorney, and
pursuant to Rules 3.19(h)(4) and 3.190(c)(4) of the Florida Rules of Criminal
Procedure, moves to suppress any and all purported evidence seized and
statements obtained in the instant case, and to dismiss the instant charges,
and as grounds in support thereof, states as follows:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 200%;">This
case involves an investigation by the Gainesville Police Department that occurred
around 2:03 a.m. on May 3, 2013.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 200%;">Officer
Mazlaghani conducted a stop for careless driving and speeding too fast for
conditions. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 200%;">After
Officer Mazlaghani wrote the citation for careless driving. Officer Hall arrived shortly thereafter and expressed
her concern that the Defendant “possibly showed signs of impairment.” Hall is not sure if there is an odor of an
alcoholic beverage.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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this point, Officer Mazlaghani calls Officer Koprowski to the scene.<a href="file:///C:/Documents%20and%20Settings/Jodi%20Baudean/My%20Documents/Google%20Drive/MadduxOfficeGainesville/Motion%20to%20Suppress%20and%20Dismiss.docx#_ftn1" name="_ftnref1" title=""><span class="MsoFootnoteReference"><!--[if !supportFootnotes]--><span class="MsoFootnoteReference"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">[1]</span></span><!--[endif]--></span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 200%;">When
Officer Koprowski arrived on scene, he questioned Officer Mazlaghani about the
basis for the stop and the clues of impairment. Officer Mazlaghani conveyed to
Officer Koprowski that he did not notice an odor of alcoholic beverage emitting
from the Defendant’s breathe, nor did the Defendant show the “typical signs of
impairment like swaying and staggering.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 200%;">Officer
Koprowski then questioned Officer Hall about the clues of impairment. Officer
Hall responded, “I don’t know if I could smell alcohol, I thought I could a
little bit.” She further stated that the Defendant would not listen, was being
argumentative, but stated, “I don’t know if he is just being rude.” Officer
Hall also conveyed to Officer Koprowski that the Defendant admitted to taking
Adderall and being buzzed. This was
merely an indication that he was under the influence.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Officer Mazlaghani nor Officer Hall noted blood shot, watery eyes, slurred
speech, or unsteadiness in balance.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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evidence should be suppressed because the state has failed to prove that the Officers
had reasonable suspicion to detain the Defendant for DUI and to request that
Defendant perform field sobriety exercises. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><u><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 200%;">MEMORANDUM OF LAW</span></u></b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 200%;"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 200%;"> </span></i><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 200%;"> To request field sobriety exercises, an
officer must have a reasonable suspicion that the driver is impaired <i>State
v. Ameqrane, </i>39 So. 3d 339, 341 (Fla. 2d DCA 2010). Reasonable suspicion
must be more than a mere hunch and is to be judged on the totality of the
circumstances viewed in light of the officer's experience and specialized
training <i>Wallace v. State, </i>8 So. 3d 492, 494 (Fla 5th DCA 2009). The
totality of circumstances is to be considered on an objectively reasonable
basis <i>Dobrin v. Florida Dept of Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles, </i>874
So. 2d 1171, 1174 (Fla 2004).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 200%;"> The
odor of alcohol, in and of itself, does not create reasonable suspicion of
impairment. <i>Meghan Umble-Vita v. State of
Florida</i>, 20 Fla. L. Weekly Supp. 484a (18<sup>th</sup> Cir. 2013) In <i>Meghan Umble-Vita</i>, the Court held that
the defendant’s admission that she had several drinks might add suspicion, but
the officer said only that the defendant admitted to drinking “earlier,” with
no indication as to when or how much. <i>Id.</i>
It is not illegal to consume a drink and then drive, only to drive while
impaired. <i>Id.</i> The late hour is a
factor which courts can consider, but by itself, is very weak to support
suspicion of impairment.<b> </b><i>Id. </i>The
Court concluded that the factors in this case did not reach a level of
suspicion beyond that of a hunch and therefore the Motion to Suppress was
granted<i>. Id.</i> Here, two officers cannot even agree on
whether there is an odor of an alcoholic beverage on XXXXXXXXXXXXX’s breathe.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 200%;"> In
<i>State of Florida vs. Andres Steven
Stackhouse</i>, 20Fla. L. Weekly Supp. 431a (7<sup>th</sup> Cir., 2012) the
deputy smelled a slight odor of alcohol coming from the vehicle, he observed
the Defendant had a dazed expression and red eyes. There was no evidence of
slurred speech, unsteadiness with his balance, difficulty securing license or
any bad driving other than exceeding the speed limit by 11 MPH. <i>Id.</i> The Court found that under these
circumstances there was not reasonable suspicion to conduct a DUI investigation<i>. Id</i>. The Court therefore, granted
Defendant’s Motion to Suppress.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 200%;"> Like
<i>Meghan Umble-Vita</i> and <i>Andres Steven Stackhouse,</i> there was no
reasonable suspicion to conduct a DUI investigation in the present case. Officer
Mazlaghani conveyed to Officer Koprowski that he did not notice an odor of
alcoholic beverage emitting from the Defendant’s breathe, nor did the Defendant
show the “typical signs of impairment like swaying and staggering.” Officer
Koprowski then questioned Officer Hall about the clues of impairment. Officer
Hall responded, “I don’t know if I could smell alcohol, I thought I could a
little bit.” She further stated that the Defendant was being argumentative, but
stated, “I don’t know if he is just being rude.” Neither Officer Mazlaghani nor Officer Hall noted blood shot,
watery eyes, slurred speech, or unsteadiness in balance. Although the Defendant
allegedly admitted to taking an Adderall, that in itself is not enough. It is
not illegal to take Adderall and drive, only to drive while impaired. Like <i>Meghan Umble-Vita</i>, the defendant’s
admission that she had several drinks might add suspicion, but the officer said
only that the defendant admitted to drinking “earlier,” with no indication as
to when or how much. <i>Id.</i> It is not
illegal to consume a drink and then drive, only to drive while impaired. <i>Id.</i> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">MICHAEL P. MADDUX, P.A.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"> Jennifer
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The incident was recorded on Officer Koprowski’s in car video system.<br />
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Length of Detention:<br /><br />· A stop of an automobile for a traffic violation must be limited to the time required to write the citation, unless there is a reasonable suspicion for a lengthier detention<br /><br />· Reasonable suspicion justifying a detention beyond the needed time to issue a traffic citation must be based on articulable facts that criminal activity is occurring.<br /><br /><b>State of FL v. Main, 11 Fla.L.Weekly Supp. 828C (6th Cir. Pinellas County, 2004)</b><br /><br />· Officer stopped Def for speeding, did not detect any odor of alcohol nor detect any other signs indicative of DUI<br /><br />· Officer completed citation and re-approached the Def. At this time noticed the odor of alcohol coming from vehicle, and slurred speech and conducted FSE<br /><br />· Court<br /><br />Officer did not have reasonable suspicion to believe that def had committed a crime to detain him any longer than that which was required to issue him the citation.<br /><br />Def should have been allowed to leave after he received the citation.<br /><br />Here, no signs of impairment until citation is completed.<br /><br /><b>Akmakjian v. State of FL, 15 Fla. L. Weekly Supp. 978b (17th Cir. Broward County, 2008)</b><br /><br />· Officer pulled over Def for speeding and crossing over the line; he immediately has suspicion of DUI; observed red, watery eyes, flushed face, strong odor of alcohol, and slurred speech, Def admission to have 4 drinks<br /><br />· Officer requested DUI Officer to respond while he wrote the traffic citations.<br /><br />· Officer completed citations prior to DUI Officer’s arrival<br /><br />· There was a 17 minute delay<br /><br />· Court held 17 minute delay was ok because there was reasonable suspicion justifying detention beyond the needed time to issue a traffic citation.<br /><br />Odor of alcohol, glossy blood shot eyes and slurred speech.<br /><br />· Here, prior to the completion of the written citation there is absolutely no clues of impairment. Any alleged clues came after Officer Mazlaghani finished writing the citation.<br /><br />· Therefore, any further detention is illegal. </div>
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Michael P. Maddux, P.A.http://www.blogger.com/profile/05011189474923702033noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4008215066878932547.post-20635016785672894642013-05-15T13:54:00.000-04:002013-05-15T13:54:04.539-04:00Tampa Cybercrime Attorney Video - Backpage.com Targeted by Local Sheriff<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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<b>Tampa, Hillsborough, and Polk County Cybercrime Attorney</b> was just interviewed by a major television station about the crackdown by a local Sheriff in Polk County, Florida. The video is below. The sheriff has asserted his jurisdiction to extend far beyond his rural central Florida County. he claims, 'It's a promise. Backpage, you're going to be criminally investigated and so are the people that are in charge of the organization," pledged Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd on Tuesday.</div>
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Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd and the Sheriff’s Office made headlines with the detention and or arrest of over 90 suspects after posting or answering ads for sex on Backpage.com. At one point during a news conference Judd pledged, “It’s a promise. Backpage, you’re going to be criminally investigated and so are the people that are in charge of the organization.” Grady Judd’s promise raises some questions including, “What brought about this sudden interest in a global website?” </div>
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That may be a tall task for a local sheriff to commit to given the website is international and has links to cities internationally. A better solution may be a statewide or national task force using the RICO statutes aimed at racketeering enterprises to shutdown these prostitution rings. </div>
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Pinellas County Sheriff’s believe the recent arrest of human traffickers used Backpage.com to advertise sex with minor children forced into the trade. There is a legitimate law enforcement concern to the extent that this promotes human trafficking and that they are listing and using unwilling people. </div>
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On the other hand, if you or someone you know has been ensnared by Judd’s investigation based on law enforcement’s mistaken assumptions and lack of full and fair investigation, please call (813) 253-3363 so we can launch a vigorous defense.</div>
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<div style="text-align: justify;">Maria Agosto of Gulfport's lawyer, Michael P. Maddux, argued "I'd like to put out there that a peaceful demonstration is definitely a fundamental right of freedom." Mr. Maddux stated that people do not have anywhere to gather and demonstrate in the city after a certain hour.<a href="http://www.tampabay.com/news/politics/article1228477.ece" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read the complete article, "A GOP convention protester's playbook covers pepper spray to prison time".</a></div>Michael P. Maddux, P.A.http://www.blogger.com/profile/05011189474923702033noreply@blogger.com2102 W Cleveland St, Tampa, FL 33606, USA27.943164 -82.48121727.9414105 -82.4836845 27.9449175 -82.4787495tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4008215066878932547.post-85704062639857586542011-08-16T10:03:00.000-04:002011-08-16T10:21:48.570-04:00False Confession<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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</tbody></table>Hernando County Sheriff’s Detective interrogates 18-year-old high school senior for 12 hours, one bathroom break, and no food, ending as the 18-year-old left the sheriff's office in handcuffs <b>arrested</b> on Masaryktown <b>murder charge</b>s. Months later, a DNA match leads investigators to another suspect who would be <b>convicted</b> and <b>sentenced</b> to <b>life in prison</b>.<br />
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"The bottom line is that the statement [the 18-year-old high school senior] gave was not a <b>free and voluntary statement</b>," Assistant State Attorney Pete Magrino said.<br />
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Source: http://www2.hernandotoday.com/content/2011/jul/15/141814/building-a-false-confession/news/Michael P. Maddux, P.A.http://www.blogger.com/profile/05011189474923702033noreply@blogger.com2102 W Cleveland St, Tampa, FL 33606, USA27.9432677 -82.481008400000007-8.7790393 -142.2466334 64.665574700000008 -22.715383400000007tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4008215066878932547.post-10394654767641030732011-08-06T12:07:00.000-04:002011-08-06T12:12:01.469-04:00Deaf | Decked | Danceclub<div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Tampa Police Department, 42 USC Section 1983</b></span></div><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="349" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/2A-JeeWm_Bc?rel=0" width="425"></iframe><br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Attorney</b> <b>Michael Maddux</b> has filed a <b>Federal Civil Rights lawsuit</b> against four <b>Tampa</b> <b>police officers</b>, for use of excessive force against a deaf <b>Tampa</b> man on February 7, 2010 outside a local <b>Ybor City</b> nightclub.</div><br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red; font-size: x-large;">Attorney Michael P. Maddux, is available to assist you. Contact our office Toll Free at 1-888-703-2253 or locally at 813-253-3363</span></div>Michael P. Maddux, P.A.http://www.blogger.com/profile/05011189474923702033noreply@blogger.com1811 E 7th Ave, Tampa, FL 33605, USA27.960052 -82.438828-8.7579864999999977 -142.204453 64.6780905 -22.673203tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4008215066878932547.post-16744872095055701822011-02-08T12:52:00.000-05:002012-05-11T12:47:33.766-04:00Maddux addresses issue of "Cop Watching"Tampa Lawyer Michael P. Maddux discusses the issue of "cop watching" with Channel 8 local news.<br />
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At the 2010 Gasparilla Pirate Fest, <a href="http://www.wtsp.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=124169.">police arrested more than 400 persons</a>. This is more than triple the number of arrests made in 2009. A majority of the arrests were for Open Container, however, other charges included Minor in Possession of Alcohol, Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer, Battery On A Police Horse, Fake Identification, Possession Of Marijuana, Cannabis, and DUI.<br />
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<div align="justify"><strong>The Tampa Police Department’s Gasparilla Zero Tolerance Policy</strong> (1/26/2010) states:<br />
· Drinkers must be 21 or older to consume alcohol;<br />
· Open containers only permitted in designated areas;<br />
· Alcohol may not be consumed from kegs or large vessels;<br />
· Must purchase alcohol from vendors;<br />
· Only cans or plastic bottles permitted (no glass or Styrofoam cups or containers);<br />
· No Fighting;<br />
· No property damage;<br />
· No Trespassing;<br />
· No nudity or flashing for beads;<br />
· No public intoxication;<br />
· No driving under the influence;<br />
· No motorized vehicles or bicycles;<br />
· No weapons; and<br />
· No illegal drugs.<br />
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Prohibited items (unless licensed, permitted and identified by Event Staff):<br />
· No coolers (unless carrying formula for infants or medicine);<br />
· No alcohol;<br />
· Advertising/selling of any product or service;<br />
· Glass containers of any sort (City Ordinance);<br />
· Tents; and<br />
· Fence, stakes or rope (used by spectators to reserve space for parade viewing).</div><div align="justify"><br />
Tampa Police Officers have made zero tolerance presentations to nearly 15,000 people in the community, most of them being high school students. Nearly 1,500 radio public service announcements on eight Clear Channel stations were made. Nine digital billboards will publicize the “Zero Tolerance Policy”. Additionally, citizens can text ''pirate'' to 333222 to review the “Zero Tolerance Policy.”</div><div align="justify"></div><div align="justify"><strong><span style="color: red;">If, however, you should find yourself among those arrested at Gasparilla, Attorney Michael P. Maddux, is available to assist you. Contact our office Toll Free at (888) 703-2253 or locally at (813) 253-3363. </span></strong></div>Michael P. Maddux,PAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02007009478636527705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4008215066878932547.post-9011430077106945752010-12-23T18:42:00.000-05:002010-12-23T18:42:14.602-05:00Florida Hardship License Form | Free<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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