Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Male Victims Of Domestic Violence
Historically, the majority of those arrested and charged in domestic violence incidents are male. However, this is not necessarily a clear picture of how the situation stands, because there are several different factors that can deter male victims of domestic violence from reporting the incident. If you are male and have been abused or… Read More »
Are There Defenses For Drug Charges?
Generally, an arrest with drugs on your person or in your possession in Florida will yield to you being charged with some kind of offense. The state has a history of drug trafficking, which means that prosecutors are less inclined to be lenient, especially if the amount of drugs involved is over a certain… Read More »
After A Domestic Violence Arrest
When you have been arrested for domestic violence, it can be overwhelming and frightening, especially if the charge is unfounded. There is a process that is followed with every arrest, however, and understanding how the process goes can sometimes be helpful in ensuring your rights are protected. If you have questions or concerns, calling… Read More »
Trafficking Bust In West Palm Beach May Lead To Long Sentences
On the night of June 18, two men were arrested by West Palm Beach police, in a residence on Brandywine Road. A tip led to the search of the residence, recovering bags of heroin, cocaine, MDMA, and fentanyl, among other items. These drugs were collected along with multiple firearms and paraphernalia used to manufacture… Read More »
‘Clueless’ Actress Files For Divorce After Domestic Dispute
On June 15, “Clueless” actress Stacey Dash filed for divorce from her husband of two years, Jeffrey Marty. The announcement of separation was posted on Instagram in April, but the actual petition for divorce was not filed until Monday. The date of separation was listed as October 1, 2019, which is two days after… Read More »
Batterers’ Intervention In Domestic Violence Cases
If you have been charged with a crime in Florida, there are many different ways that your case can be resolved. However, unless you are found not guilty, you will likely be required to follow certain requirements as a condition of probation. When dealing with domestic violence crimes, the court is fairly uniform in… Read More »
Constructive Possession and Florida Drug Charges
If you are arrested and charged with possession of drugs, it is all too easy to confess or plead to something you did not do, just to get away from the legal process. However, doing so can change your life forever. Knowledge of the criteria that Florida prosecutors must prove before you can be… Read More »
COVID-19 & Domestic Violence
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many people to adapt to new routines and find a ‘new normal’ – but not everyone is able to successfully adjust on the fly. Because of the stay-at-home requirements, domestic abuse incidents in Florida have risen, and law enforcement is on high alert for any hint of physical or… Read More »
Links Between Substance Abuse & Drug Crime
While drug crime is an endemic problem in Florida, not all drug crimes are created equal. The law requires punishment for those who commit crimes, but sometimes, crimes happen for reasons other than malicious intent. When it comes to drug crimes, some offenders are driven by addiction or mental health issues, and while this… Read More »
Defending Against False Accusations Of Domestic Violence
The significant majority of domestic violence accusations are real, but in very rare cases, a spouse will make false accusations in order to get a leg up in a divorce or custody proceeding. If this happens to you, the immediate impulse to lose your temper is hard to ignore, but it may put a… Read More »