Three Dead in Five Weeks: BSO's Pursuit Crisis Demands Adults in the Room Ronald Wilson, 74, was driving through an intersection in Tamarac on February 16th with the right-of-way when a BSO K9 deputy — chasing a stolen Jeep — slammed into his truck. He was dead within the hour. Ten days later, Bonnie Bouffard, also 74, pulled onto [...]
Recording Police Interrogations in Florida You've seen it countless times on TV crime shows - a suspect sitting in a small, windowless room facing one or more detectives who fire questions in rapid succession, pressuring the suspect to confess. But how accurate is this portrayal of police interrogations? Knowing what transpired behind closed doors is nearly impossible with no [...]
Police Interrogation Tactics in Florida You've been arrested. The flashing lights, the sirens, the handcuffs – a scene ripped straight out of a crime thriller, except this time, you're the star, and the script isn't in your hands. Now, you're facing the interrogation room, a bare square with a single table and two chairs, and across from you sits [...]
Law Enforcement Use of Drones: What You Need to Know As drones become more prevalent in the commercial and recreational spheres, their use by law enforcement is also growing. Police and federal agencies now operate over 1,500 drones across the country. While drones provide tools to aid investigations and enhance officer safety, their use also raises important questions about [...]
Up to 70 Broward Sheriff's Employees Accused in Massive PPP Loan Fraud Scheme A jaw-dropping report published this week by Florida Bulldog reporter Dan Christensen alleges that between 50 and 70 Broward Sheriff's Office (BSO) employees will soon face federal charges for defrauding the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) during the COVID-19 pandemic. As a criminal defense attorney practicing in [...]
Police Officers Often Feel Pressure to Make an Arrest in Domestic Violence Calls It's late at night, and a 911 call comes in reporting yelling and screaming coming from an apartment. Two police officers are dispatched to the scene, expecting to encounter a heated domestic dispute. They knock on the door, and a couple answers—a man and a woman, [...]
5 Things You Should NEVER Do When Interacting With a Cop Being pulled over or approached by a police officer in Miami can be a nerve-wracking experience. Many immediately think of the consequences, even if we believe we've done nothing wrong. Understanding your rights and knowing what not to do can significantly reduce the chances of an arrest or any [...]
Can a Police Officer Arrest You Outside Their Jurisdiction in Florida? You're driving down the highway when you see those familiar flashing red and blue lights in your rearview mirror. You pull over, expecting to get a speeding ticket from the local police department. But when the officer approaches your window, you notice his uniform says he's from a [...]
What NOT to Do When Stopped or Questioned by a Cop I've seen countless cases where an individual's actions during a police encounter have significantly impacted the outcome of their case. Staying calm and knowing your rights can make all the difference when interacting with law enforcement. In this post, I'll discuss the common mistakes people make when they're stopped [...]
The Consequences of Police Utilizing Facial Recognition When you think of facial recognition technology, you might associate it with unlocking your phone or tagging friends in your social media photos. However, this technology is now making its way into law enforcement practices, causing significant concerns about privacy and wrongful arrests. As a criminal defense attorney, I have observed how [...]
