Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Child Abuse and Florida Family Violence
While the effects of domestic violence on spouses are serious and long-term, it is even worse for minor children who are exposed to this kind of instability. Even if the children are not the victims of physical abuse themselves, they still experience profound psychological harm merely witnessing their parent or parents behaving in this… Read More »
Traffic Stops and Florida Drug Charges
Everyone has been pulled over at some point in their lives, but for many, it can be a frightening and intimidating experience. It is important to understand your rights during a traffic stop, as too often, police officers may either intentionally or unintentionally misquote the law or try to overstep their authority, especially if… Read More »
Personal Protection Injunctions 101
If you have been charged with a crime of domestic violence, your alleged victim may seek to obtain a personal protection injunction (formerly known as a restraining order) to help ensure their safety. However, Florida law provides for five different types of injunctions, so it is crucial to understand which one applies in your… Read More »
Tennessee Running Back Arrested For Weapon & Drug Possession
On June 6, Tennessee Volunteers running back Tim Jordan was arrested in Lakewood, FL on multiple charges, including carrying a concealed weapon, marijuana possession, and possession of drug paraphernalia. The concealed weapon charge is a third-degree felony, while the drug charges are both misdemeanors, but regardless of the degree of the offense, Jordan will… Read More »
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 »