Author Archives: Jay Butchko
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 »
Will I Be Arrested For A Bench Warrant?
If you have learned that there has been a bench warrant issued for you, you may be feeling highly stressed and concerned. The good news is that just by being aware of this warrant’s existence you are already ahead of the game and have the opportunity to avoid spending any time behind bars. Many… Read More »
Do I Need A Prenuptial Agreement?
We get it, prenuptial agreements have kind of a bad rap. However, they also serve a lot of very important functions. While they do ask you and your fiancé to consider how you would like your assets treated in the event of a divorce, they also clarify roles and expectations for the marriage, and… Read More »
Why To Consider Mediation For A Divorce
Did you know that you don’t actually have to go to court in order to get a divorce? Most people mistakenly believe that divorce has to be a long, arduous, and expensive legal process. And it certainly can be. However, that does not always have to be the case. In fact, you really can… Read More »
Watch Out For Summertime DUIs
For many people, summer is one of the best times of the year. Most people find a little more time to relax and socialize over the summer while they enjoy the warmer weather. However, summer also comes with some added risks, one of which is drunk driving. Summer is one of the most dangerous… Read More »
Can The Police Order You Out Of Your Car During A Traffic Stop?
It is not uncommon for a traffic stop to turn into an investigation of some other potential crime, such as drunk driving or drug possession. But the police cannot prolong a traffic stop based on mere suspicion of other criminal activity. Indeed, the United States Supreme Court has made it clear that a police… Read More »
How “Lesser Included” Offenses Can Affect A Florida Drug Case
In many criminal cases, a defendant may be convicted of a “lesser included” offense. For example, if a person is charged with possession of drugs with intent to distribute, a lesser included offense would be simple possession. If the jury is instructed on the lesser offense, it could elect to convict the defendant of… Read More »
