Criminal Defense Blog
In Florida, if you wear a mask while committing a robbery, you could be charged at the next higher degree for the offense. Read our blog to learn more.
Knowing your rights when charged with a crime can help you avoid mistakes. Hager & Schwartz, P.A. explains the do's and don'ts of criminal cases.
While some charges are legitimate, many people are also wrongfully charged with disorderly conduct. Hager & Schwartz, P.A. explain the possible defenses to these cases.
When facing criminal charges it is critical to have the right legal representation. Hager & Schwartz, P.A. explains how to find the right attorney for you.
Although there isn't a specific federal law concerning firearm trafficking, there are several statutes prohibiting certain conduct with guns. Read on for more.
Once you are arrested, then an arraignment will ensue. Read on to learn more about the arraignment process when it comes to a bench warrant.
Missing a court date could mean additional charges and a bench warrant. Hager & Schwartz, P.A. explains what excuses are considered valid for failing to appear in court.
Missing your court date can get you into serious hot water. Hager & Schwartz, P.A. explains how to avoid charges and other serious consequences.
Bail jumping can mean additional charges besides forfeiting bail. Hager & Schwartz, P.A. explains what you need to know.
In Florida, a person can be accused of capital sexual battery when they have nonconsensual sex with a minor under 12 years of age. Learn more on our blog.
In Florida, if a person is suspected of a drug crime and they destroy evidence, they could be charged with tampering. Read on for more.
We are excited to announce that Attorney John S. Hager and Attorney Brett M. Schwartz have been selected to the 2020 Super Lawyers List. Read on for more.
If the governor declares a state of emergency, the level of charges for burglary and theft increases by one degree. Learn more on our blog.
Our Miami criminal defense attorneys explain everything you need to know to ensure your social media posts don’t negatively impact your domestic violence case on our latest blog.
Our Florida criminal defense attorneys explain everything you need to know about defending your future from domestic violence charges on our newest blog.


