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How Long Does a DUI Stay on Your Record? And Other Key Questions

Written by admin on May 29, 2026. Posted in DUI.

Key Takeaways: In Florida, a DUI conviction stays on your criminal record for life. Your driving record can reflect a DUI for 75 years and impact insurance rates and employment. Expungement is only possible if the DUI was dismissed or reduced. A DUI can affect job prospects, professional licenses, and family law matters. Early legal guidance helps protect your rights and limit long-term consequences.

How to Avoid Alimony in Florida: What Courts Consider

Written by admin on May 13, 2026. Posted in Alimony in Florida.

Key Takeaways Florida courts do not automatically award alimony in every divorce case. Permanent alimony is no longer available under current Florida law. Courts consider financial need, ability to pay, length of marriage, and earning capacity when determining alimony. Short-term marriages are less likely to result in long-term alimony awards. Prenuptial agreements, negotiated settlements, and strong financial documentation can help reduce future alimony disputes. Alimony payments may end if the receiving spouse remarries or enters a supportive relationship.

What to Do After an Arrest in Tallahassee: Criminal Law FAQs

Written by admin on May 5, 2026. Posted in Criminal Defense.

Key Takeaways After an arrest in Tallahassee, you have the constitutional right to remain silent and request a criminal defense attorney immediately. Police usually take a person into custody and transport them to the county jail for booking. Booking typically includes fingerprints, photographs, and documentation of the criminal charges. Statements made to police after an arrest can become evidence in criminal cases. A judge generally reviews the arrest during a first appearance hearing within about 24 hours and may schedule the next court date. Bail or bond may allow...

How to Get Full Custody of a Child in Florida: What Courts Consider

Written by admin on April 3, 2026. Posted in Child Custody.

Key Takeaways Florida courts prioritize the interests of the child above all else “Full custody” usually means sole parental responsibility and/or majority time-sharing Judges prefer shared parental responsibility unless there’s a risk to the child Factors like mental and physical health, domestic violence, and substance abuse carry significant weight A strong, child-focused parenting plan can influence the outcome Courts evaluate each parent’s ability to support a continuing parent-child relationship

Divorce Mediation in Florida: Pros, Cons, and When It Works

Written by admin on January 13, 2026. Posted in Divorce.

Key Takeaways: Divorce mediation in Florida is a structured, confidential process designed to help couples resolve disputes without going to court. Mediation allows spouses to maintain control over decisions regarding property, finances, and parenting, rather than leaving those decisions to a judge. The process can save time and money compared to traditional litigation, especially in uncontested or lower-conflict cases. Mediation is not appropriate in every situation, particularly where there is domestic violence, coercion, or hidden assets. Florida courts often...

Florida Divorce Laws & FAQs: What to Know in 2026

Written by admin on November 12, 2025. Posted in Divorce.

Key Takeaways Divorce can have a profound effect on one’s future. Many people are unfamiliar with Florida divorce laws and recent changes to the rules. Those facing divorce in Florida often have numerous questions about navigating the legal process. The divorce lawyers of Tallahassee’s Cowhey + Ward highlight the top Florida divorce law FAQs and what people need to know about Florida divorce in 2026.