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Frost Law is here to help you protect what matters most and secure your future. If you’re facing a criminal charge, the process can be stressful and confusing. Attorney Frost is an experienced criminal defense lawyer and former prosecutor. He can help guide you through every step of your case and obtain the best possible outcome for your case. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

What Do I Do If I Am Falsely Accused Of A Crime?

Speak to Attorney to get advice on your case ASAP.

What is a misdemeanor?

Misdemeanors are classified into two types: 1st Degree and 2nd Degree. A 2nd Degree misdemeanor means the punishment cannot exceed 60 days in Jail and a $500 fine. A 1st Degree Misdemeanor means the punishment cannot exceed 1 year in jail and a $1,000 dollar fine.

What Is A Felony?

Felonies are classified into 3 types: First Degree, 2nd Degree, and 3rd Degree.

  • A Third Degree felony means the punishment cannot not exceed 5 years in the Department of Corrections and a $1,000 fine.
  • A Second Degree felony means that the punishment cannot exceed 15 years in the Department of Corrections and a $5,000 fine.
  • A First Degree felony means that the punishment cannot exceed 30 years in the Department of Corrections except when the statute applies a life sentence and a $10,000 dollar fine.
  • A Life Felony means a punishment of life in prison and a $15,000 dollar fine, and a Capital Felony means death or life in prison without the possibility of parole.
 

Please note that certain changes to the aforementioned punishments apply under certain applicable statutes.

If I Am Not Under Arrest, Do I have To Answer A Police Officer's Questions?

You always have a right to remain silent under 5th amendment of the constitution.

What Is A Miranda Warning?

Miranda is warning law enforcement gives prior to you being in custody or detained. It states that “you have the right to remain silent, anything you say can and will be used against in you in court of law.”

Is It Possible To Clean Up My criminal Record?

If you are eligible, you can seek to have your record sealed or expunged.

Is Possession of Marijuana Illegal In The State of Florida?

Yes, even though the Florida added a constitutional amendment, possessing any amount of Marijuana is illegal in the State of Florida without a valid prescription.

Can I Be Convicted of Perjury By Saying "I Don't Remember" or "I Don't Know"?

If you answer under oath at a deposition of trial and state that you don’t remember or don’t know, but it can be proven that you actually did know or actually did remember, then that is perjury.