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Criminal Arrests Tampa

Posted on June 6, 2013 by Blick Law

When confronted by police, people often become nervous because they are unsure if they may be in violation of some ordinance or law. The difference between merely being detained by police and arrested creates different limitations to your rights. It is important to understand what you can do. Police may stop you, and it is not considered an arrest if you are just briefly detained.

In the event you are stopped for questioning, it is important to remain calm, be polite, keep your hands visible at all times, and do not attempt to flee. You do have the right to remain silent, however, it is best to identify yourself first and then notify the officer that you are exercising your right to silence.

If you are unsure of the situation, you can ask the officer why you have been detained and if you are under arrest. If at that time you are not under arrest, you have the right to leave. If the officer proceeds to arrest you, you have the right to speak to a Criminal Defense Attorney.

An arrest occurs only upon a determination of “probable cause”, this means the officer must have more than just a “suspicion”, the officer must have a “reasonable belief” that you committed a crime. Once the arrest is made, an officer can lawfully conduct a search incident to arrest of your person for weapons, evidence, and contraband. At this point, the officer can hold you in jail for up to 24 hours, or until a warrant is issued for the charges.

Anytime you are stopped and arrested it is important to quickly consult a Criminal Attorney regarding your rights and advice on what you should do. If you have been arrested for a criminal offense, or even issued a citation for a traffic violation, call Blick Law Firm today at (813) 931-0840 to schedule an appointment for a free 15 minute consultation with attorney Michael Blickensderfer. Think quick, call Blick!

 

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Accidentes de Auto y lesiones

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Blick Law

Accidentes de auto puede ser devastador, y heridas sufridas en un accidente pueden comenzar en una línea de tiempo de tratamiento y terapia que puede tomar meses en completarse. Si usted está involucrado en un accidente de auto, siempre es importante saber qué pasos a seguir para  protegerse  usted y su caso de lesiones potenciales.

Si usted está implicado en un accidente automovilístico, es fundamental que primero busque atención médica. Después de un accidente de auto, es mejor ir inmediatamente a un hospital u otro centro de tratamiento para determinar la extensión de sus lesiones y determinar las medidas necesarias de rehabilitación que se podrían necesitar.

Si las lesiones sufridas en el accidente  no son tan grave o potencialmente mortal, es importante reunir la información necesaria sobre el accidente con fines de apoyar su demanda legal. Información importante para reunir incluye:

Identificación de todos los ocupantes: incluyendo nombres, números de teléfono, direcciones y correos electrónicos.

Fotos de los daños: fotografiar todos los daños, incluyendo ambos vehículos y sus alrededores de daños a la propiedad.

Fotos de la escena del accidente: fotografiar cualquier escombro, marcas y también la posición de los vehículos implicados en la colisión.

Información de la respuesta oficial y ambulancia: solicitar toda información de identificación sobre los empleados y la ambulancia que respondió en el incidente

Las personas  lesionadas también siempre deben consultar a un abogado consulta legal e información general sobre cómo proceder después de un accidente. En el evento, si una compañía de seguros lo contacta a su reclamación de lesiones, no ofresca ninguna declaración grabada sin antes consultar con un abogado.

Si usted o un ser querido ha sufrido un accidente y necesita asesoramiento legal, llame al despacho de Blick al (813) 931-0840. Programe una consulta gratuita de 15 minutos con el abogado Michael Blickensderfer.

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El Sello y la Eliminación: aplicación para eliminar antecedentes penales

Posted on May 16, 2013 by Blick Law

El Sello y la Eliminación: aplicación para eliminar antecedentes penales

Las consecuencias de ser detenido y acusado de un delito que se extienden más allá de sólo las sanciones penales, asociadas con la carga particular; también puede afectar sus oportunidades de trabajo, reputación en la comunidad, ingresos en el futuro y puede incluso afectar las relaciones personales. En la era de la información que vivimos actualmente, información sobre arrestos, acusaciones y condenas incluso es fácilmente accesible para el público en general… aunque los cargos fueron finalmente despedidos!

Como remedio para delincuentes de primeros tiempo,  la eliminación de antecedentes penales y  el sello están disponibles para Quitar los rastros de algunos cargos penales. Estatutos de Florida 943.0585 y 943.059, hay criterios establecidos para que se puedan sellar o eliminar sus antecedentes penales cometidos en sus años de adulto

Es importante consultar con un abogado con experiencia  y preguntar que puedas tener sobre el sello y la eliminación de antecedentes penales, y si estas opciones están disponibles para su situación. Ciertos delitos, no califican para eliminación; Asimismo, existen instrucciones específicas relativas a la declaración introducida y disposición final de la causa penal que puede prevenir la elegibilidad para el sello o eliminación de antecedentes.

Si usted o un ser querido una han sido arrestados o acusados de un delito, ha tenido cargos despedidos y quisiera sellar o eliminar los antecedentes penales, llame al Bufete de Blick al (813) 931-0840. Piensa rápido, llame a Blick.

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Probate: What is a Will? … and do I need one?

Posted on April 18, 2013 by Blick Law

A Will is a legal document that provides direction for how a decedent intends to distribute their assets upon their death. Many times, people avoid considering the different options available through the probate process out of a fear of thinking about their own death.

A person without a will at the time of death is said to have died intestate. When a person dies intestate, the State will then follow the intestacy guidelines governing how to distribute intestate assets to heirs based on relation and bloodline.

Realistically, executing a Will for the disposition of one’s assets is an important part of planning the future of your estate; as it is always better to have your intentions for the disposition of your assets to be memorialized in an executed Will, rather than have the State determine the disposition of your assets. Probate is the process of identifying and gathering the assets of the deceased person, paying their debts, and distributing the assets to his or her beneficiaries.

Many considerations must be made prior to setting forth the distribution of one’s assets following their death, and often times other legal documents are more suitable for particular situations. It is important to discuss your situation with an experienced attorney, and determine what is best for you be it a Will or Trust instrument.

If you or a loved have concerns or questions about the future of your estate, call Blick Law Firm today. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation with attorney Michael Blickensderfer. Think quick, call Blick!

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Driving with License Suspended

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Blick Law

Everyday Florida drivers get behind the wheel unaware that their driving privilege has been suspended, cancelled, or revoked. Law enforcement officers make daily arrests for driving with a suspended license which can lead to complications when trying to reinstate your driving privilege.

In Florida, it is a criminal traffic offense if a driver operates a motor vehicle with knowledge that their driver’s license is cancelled, suspended, or revoked. The following charges may result from Driving with a Suspended License with knowledge of the suspension:

(1) First conviction is a second degree misdemeanor;

(2) Second conviction is a first degree misdemeanor;

(3) Third, or subsequent conviction, is a third degree felony and possible jail time may have to be served.

It is important to know that multiple infractions of Driving with a Suspended License can lead to very serious consequences, and drivers with repeated violations can become listed as a Habitual Traffic Offender.

The penalty of driving with your license suspended, whether you have knowledge or not, can be serious and generally lead to complications with your future driving privilege.

If you or a loved one have been arrested or issued a citation for driving with a suspended license, call Blick Law Firm today at (813) 931-0840. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation with attorney Michael Blickensderfer.

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Bankruptcy: Chapter 13

Posted on April 13, 2013 by Blick Law

When considering Bankruptcy, a Chapter 7 filing is a useful way to discharge of most debt and can relieve the burden of creditor collection attempts. However, many times a debtor has equity in a home or property and would like to file for Bankruptcy but not surrender their home. In these cases, a debtor can reaffirm the debt for the particular property they would like to maintain and keep making the payments, or file for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy which allows the debtor to reorganize the debt into a consolidated and more manageable payment.

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy gives the debtor an opportunity to manage their debt over a period of 3 to 5 years and still maintain the rights to both exempt and non-exempt property. This is particularly useful when the debtor has a large amount of equity in the home or property. Chapter 13 also helps by reducing payments on debts that cannot be discharged by Chapter 7, such as Student Loans; additionally, Chapter 13 helps avoid wage garnishment, delays the foreclosure process on the home, protects co-signers, and allows for an overall extension on the repayment term of most debts.

However, the decision to declare Bankruptcy also comes with consequences. The disadvantages of filing Chapter 13 include:

  • Credit reports will show a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy filing for 7 years
  • The debtor will receive high interest rates on future credit
  • The debtor will have a strict budget in place in order to ensure the reorganized debt payments
  • Legal representation fees tend to be higher, plus added court costs

If you are having trouble meeting your debt obligations, consult an experienced Tampa Bankruptcy attorney to discuss your options.

Call Blick Law Firm today at 813-931-0840. Make an appointment for a free 15 minute consultation with Michael Blickensderfer to see if Bankruptcy is right for you.

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