Open Carry in Florida: Legal Landscape Post-McDaniels
Florida Open Carry is now legal after McDaniels v. State. Understand the ruling, restrictions, and why responsible citizens may still prefer concealed carry.
Expunging Your Criminal Record in Florida: Undoing the Past
Florida Record Expungement offers a path to clear your past. Discover eligibility, the expungement process, and why legal help ensures the best outcome.
Understanding Constitutional Concealed Carry in Florida: Your Rights and Responsibilities
Florida’s Constitutional Concealed Carry expands gun rights but comes with rules. Learn who can carry, where it’s restricted, and the responsibilities involved.
Sealing Your Criminal Record in Florida: See No Evil, Hear No Evil, Speak No Evil…mostly.
Seal Criminal Record in Florida to limit public access to your past. Learn eligibility rules, the sealing process, and why hiring an attorney is essential.
Standing with Pride and for Justice
Pride Month is a reminder that LGBTQIA+ legal rights are human rights. At Showalter Law, we stand with the LGBTQIA+ community in the fight for justice, equality, and freedom—this month and every day.
The Hidden Costs: Collateral Consequences of a Domestic Violence Conviction in Florida
Facing a domestic violence charge in Florida is a serious matter, not only because of the immediate criminal penalties, but also due to the far-reaching collateral consequences that can impact nearly every aspect of your life. At Showalter Law we understand that what happens outside the courtroom can be just as devastating as what happens inside it. That’s why it’s crucial to have skilled legal representation if you’re facing these charges.
Pretrial Conference: A Waypoint to Justice
A pretrial conference, though some jurisdictions may have other names for them like a disposition hearing, is the most frequent court hearing in the life of a criminal case. In this article, I will explain what they are and what to expect at one. Why Your Attendance at a Pretrial Conference Matters The first questions […]
Arraignment: Making The Initial Arrangements For Your Case
In most criminal cases, the arraignment process is your first court hearing after the government has formally charged you with a crime. In this article, I will explain what the arraignment process involves, what happens at one, and what you can expect.