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Miami Man Arrested for Money Laundering Scheme

A Miami man was arrested by FBI agents and charged with money laundering on Monday, May 22. He is charged along with his fugitive brother, who is reported to live in Cuba and is said to have owned Caribbean Transfers, an offshore remittance company. The charges allege that some part of $238 million was transferred from a Medicare scheme into the Cuban banking system. Some of the money is said to have been laundered through Caribbean Transfers into bank accounts in Canada.Miami prosecutor Ron Davison has called Caribbean Transfers a kind of offshore Western Union. However, the company, which folded in 2012, disclaims any fraud and attacked Miami newspapers for their reports. It placed the fault with a Miami remittance firm that sent money to Cuba through Caribbean Transfers. The remittance firm was not identified, although other sources have named its former owner, who is serving 18 years in prison for false reports of money transfers.Money laundering is the unlawful practice of hiding the amount, the source, and/or the destination of money or assets, usually via a bank. In criminal acts, money is made to look as though it came from legal sources instead of the actual illegal sources. In this way, criminal activity can be hidden. With many global financial markets today, money laundering has become an easier process. It is more and more possible anonymously to deposit so-called dirty money in one country, but then have it easily transferred to another country for actual use. This happens almost anywhere in the world.

If you are faced with money laundering charges, contact the firm of Hassett & Associates. Kenneth Hassett has been practicing in the Miami Dade County area since 1991. The criminal defense firm is open to take your calls seven days a week, 24 hours a day. Our experienced criminal defense lawyers promise an immediate consultation to discuss any money laundering defense in the Miami area. Let us fight money laundering charges on your behalf. Contact us today. Hassett & Associates, P.A., are here for the defense of any criminal charges placed against you.

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Teen Arrested for Twitter Joke

Twitter is becoming troublesome, or at least is becoming a platform for bad public behavior. Social media is central in the life of many teenagers as they grow through adolescence to adulthood, but part of that learning curve is making personal mistakes. According to the Miami-Herald, that is apparently what one 15-year old Miramar, Florida boy recently did when he “tweeted” on his Twitter account that he was “about to rape a lil’ girl.”

The teenager then made bad public behavior even worse when he posted a comment to the Twitter account of the Miami area that was hash-tagged and directed at the Miami Police Department suggesting he had been raping young girls and the police department was not responding. He then provoked the police again by asking “does my avi not scare you,” which was a hologram profile picture of himself. This time the Miami Police Department responded and arrested the minor, who was charged with a misdemeanor of making a false police report. He stated that he was “just joking.”

Illegal behavior in the South Florida area generated on Twitter has also included adults, as 38-year old fireman Gabriel Diaz was arrested for posting 16 images of underage girls having sex. His attorney stated in the defense that Diaz was unaware the girls where all underage. The legal question in both of these includes whether Twitter should change the posting policy for lewd or illegal image posting. Facebook and You Tube censor all content for explicit lewdness, but all social media sites to do not maintain this policy. There is clearly room for legal arguments for a criminal defense attorney in both of these cases and the outcomes may impact further issues with social media, at least in certain states. That is not to mention the lives of these two defendants.

Censoring content on social media can be a controversial issue in some instances, but claiming to rape someone or sharing pornography can still be problematic behavior. However, the government is not entitled to a conviction, and in some cases the particular court system may not have jurisdiction over the social media platform. Anyone who is involved in a computer-related or cyber crime should always retain an experienced and effective criminal defense attorney like Miami computer crime lawyer Kenneth Hassett of Miami. The Hassett Firm criminal defense legal team fights aggressively for all clients and ensures that all client rights are observed in the court process. They can be contacted at any of their offices in the Broward County or Miami-Dade County area, or by contacting the the official firm website.

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A Palm Beach County teacher is accused of child abuse of allegedly giving a toddler a cut under her tongue. Because the child refused to eat after receiving the injury, the father became aware of the incident. The girl told her father that she got the cut in Ms. Zully’s class. After undergoing a medical exam, the doctor found that the child may have acquired the injury from someone forcibly shoving an object into her mouth. The teacher accused of this crime was arrested Thursday.

According to authorities, Zully Marilu Ruiz Yapan faces two counts of child abuse charges—one for the toddler and the other for an unidentified child. The 38 year old teacher was released on Friday from the Palm Beach County Jail.

Anyone charged with child abuse should always retain an experienced and effective criminal defense attorney. The Hassett Firm provides a criminal defense legal team that fights aggressively for all clients and advocates that their rights are observed in the court process. They can be contacted at any of their offices in the Broward County or Miami-Dade County area, or by the official firm website.

For more information go to: http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/palm-beach/fl-teacher-accused-of-abuse-20140530,0,4681850.story

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An alert motorist, Christopher Lee Grand, helped police catch a Fort Lauderdale man accused of leaving the scene of an accident that involved a Broward County Transit bus in Hollywood. According to the police, Alexander Ronald Daranyi, 24, allegedly struck the front driver’s side of the bus, backed up and sped away. Because Grand identified Daranyi as the man allegedly responsible for the hit and run accident, Daranyi was charged with leaving the scene of an accident involving injury; his bond was set at $2,500 at his first court appearance Monday.

Anyone charged with a hit and run violation should always retain an experienced and effective criminal defense attorney. The Hassett Firm criminal defense legal team fights aggressively for all clients and ensures that their rights are observed in the court process. They can be contacted at any of their offices in the Broward County or Miami-Dade County area, or by the official firm website.

For more information go to: http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/local/crime/fl-hollywood-hit-bus-and-run-20140602,0,7827515.story

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Maimi County Employee Arrested for Theft, Drug Possession

An electrician from the Miami-Dade County’s Water and Sewer Plant was recently arrested and charged for numerous crimes relating to theft and drugs. Timothy Williams, the suspect in the case, has been working for Miami-Dade County for 22 years. According to the charges, Williams spent the past 10 years on the job stealing county items and vital supplies. In turn, the charges state that Williams would pawn the stolen Miami-Dade County items at a local shop. Over the past 10 years, the stolen items accumulated a massive $5,000 value. However, the suspect requested to be paid for the stolen goods in drugs only, such as cocaine and marijuana. That is why the suspect was arrested on both charges relating to theft and possession of cocaine, which is a controlled substance.

Dealing with the theft charges is going to be tough for the suspect, especially since there might evidence and testimony against him. The suspect is probably going to speak to a good Miami theft lawyer to provide an adequate defense against the charges of theft in this particular case.

However, the suspect is also dealing with charges relating to possession of a control substance. A drug conviction can be dreadful. The charges can be a misdemeanor or felony, but both are bad. If a suspect is found guilt of possession of a controlled substance in Miami-Dade County, such as cocaine or marijuana, then there could be severe consequences. A drug conviction could result in losing a driver’s license, impacting employment, a monetary fine or jail time. The State must prove beyond a responsible doubt that the suspect had possession and knowledge of the illicit nature of a controlled substance.

It would be wise for the suspect to contact a trusted Miami drug possession lawyer, such as a lawyer at the criminal defense team of Hassett & Associates. They are experienced and skilled on all types of drug cases. They might be able to convince the prosecutor to drop the case or drop to a lesser charge.

If you or someone you know has been in a similar legal situation, contact our firm at (954) 791-3939.

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A former Miami Beach police officer, William Skinner, who was serving a life sentence for a violent attack on his estranged wife in 2009 won’t remain in prison for attempted murder; however, he will remain in prison for armed burglary.

According to authorities, the 58 year old was arrested June 1, 2009, after Skinner allegedly choked his wife and fired his gun at both his wife and her boyfriend with his 4 year old son present. Her boyfriend survived a bullet wound to the shoulder.

In May 2011, a jury convicted Skinner of two counts of attempted second-degree murder, and one count of armed burglary. Skinner received a life sentence on one of the attempted-murder charges and burglary count, and 15 years on the second attempted-murder count.

Although the Third District Court of Appeal ruled that errors in the state’s standard jury instructions nullified the attempted-murder counts, he will still serve a life sentence for his burglary charges. According to the prosecutor, Skinner does not have any options left if he chooses to fight the armed-burglary conviction.
For more information go to: http://www.miamiherald.com/2014/06/01/4151843/no-attempted-murder-retrial-for.html#storylink=cpy

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Bobby Scott Jr., 26, of Oakland Park, was arrested Thursday for allegedly killing his 17 year old girlfriend Amaya Cruz out of jealousy. Scott was charged with first-degree murder in connection with her death. According to authorities, Scott allegedly confronted Cruz as she arrived home and killed her not far from her front door. When the emergency responders arrived, they pronounced her dead at the scene. The autopsy results revealed that she died of blunt force trauma. Scott is held in jail without bond.

For more information go to http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/broward/oakland-park/fl-oakland-park-teen-slaying-arrest-20140606,0,4078988.story

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While attempting to force his car washing services on a man, Eugene Moore alleged threatened the victim and pulled out his large knife after the victim refused to comply and/or give him money. Moore allegedly kept asking the victim to wash his car for money and then started jabbing at the victim with the knife when he still remained non-compliant. According to a witness, the victim defended himself with a bleach can, warding off his aggressor’s jabs. Ultimately Moore allegedly jabbed the bleach can and the fluid splashed in his eyes.

According to reports, the 51 year old was arrested Friday after the argument escalated. Moore faces an aggravated assault charge and is being held in Palm Beach County Jail in lieu of $15,000 bail.

For more information go to http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/palm-beach/fl-mangonia-park-car-wash-demand-20140609,0,3279038.story

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Two years ago, Randy W. Tundidor was convicted of the murder of his landlord, Nova Southeastern University professor Joseph Morrissey, and recommended execution by the jury in a 12-0 vote. However, the defendant has not been sentenced yet because of several post conviction appeals.

Although a two-year gap between conviction and sentencing is rare in any case, issues regarding the competency of the defendants previous lawyer–now a judge–and the conduct of the judge that presided over the case have caused a delay in this case. The appealing process alone took over a year and the defendant was denied.

According to authorities, Tundidor was convicted of murder, attempted murder, armed robbery and kidnapping on May 9, 2012. Because Professor Morrissey was evicting the defendant from a Plantation townhouse, Tundidor recruited his son, Randy H. Tundidor, to attack the Morrissey home. Testifying against the father, the younger Tundidor told the jury that he kidnapped the Morrisseys and took, took them to a bank, and made them take out $500 before he returned them to their home. Tundidor was allegedly watching the Morrisseys’ 5-year-old son. After the transaction was made, the elder Tundidor stabbed Morrissey to death, then he and his son set fire to the house, intending to kill Morrissey’s wife and son. Thankfully, both the mother and the son survived the fire.

According to the prosecutor, the Tundidor case is coming to a close. His status court date is on Wednesday and his hearing will be in late July. While the elder Tundidor pleads for his life, his 25 year old son was already sentenced in 2012 to 40 years in prison for his role in the crime.

For more information go to: http://articles.sun-sentinel.com/2014-06-08/news/fl-tundidor-sentencing-preview-20140607_1_elder-tundidor-joseph-morrissey-randy-h

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According reports, an investigative panel’s recommendation to the Supreme Court persuaded the court to suspend Broward County Judge Gisele Pollack without pay, pending the final outcome of the incident. Judge Pollack allegedly violated the code of judicial conduct during her struggles with alcoholism. According to authorities, she relapsed just 16 days after agreeing to be sober and later had the DUI crash. Because of these alleged violations, she now faces criminal and professional charges from the Florida Judicial Qualifications Commission.

According to her legal team. Pollack relapsed after the death of her mother, with whom she was very close. Because she was emotionally impaired from her mother’s death, Ms. Pollack found it harder to deal with the ongoing struggles of her adult son, who was disabled after a surgery. The goal of her legal team is to have her suspension eventually lifted and ask the court to reconsider suspending her with pay. Pollack’s term ends in 2016.

Although no formal charges have been filed for her DUI case, Pollack’s case was moved to Miami-Dade County. Prior to these incidents, Judge Pollack ironically oversaw cases in a drug court.

For more information go to: http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/local/crime/fl-judge-alcoholism-details-20140523,0,2950310.story

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According to reports, Hallandale Beach police are investigating a hit and run accident that killed a bicyclist. On Sunday, 43 year old Efrain Coss rode his bicycle to work, was struck by a car, and was pronounced dead at the scene. A witness heard a crash and saw a white Honda compact with a loud muffler speed away with heavy front-end damage.

Investigators ask anyone with information regarding the hit and run accident to call Hallandale Beach police at 954-457-1400 or Broward Crime Stoppers, anonymously, at 954-493-8477.

For more information go to: http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/broward/hallandale/fl-hallandale-beach-hit-and-run-20140609,0,1370246.story

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County worker held on drug charges

In June 2014, a 56-year-old employee of Miami-Dade County for more than two decades was taken into custody by the Miami-Dade police after he allegedly stole county property. Authorities charged him with theft when he sold the merchandise, which eventually ended up in pawn shops across the city. They claimed he had been involved in the crimes for about 10 years and alleged that he sold more than $5,000 worth of property. They reportedly discovered his involvement after they went to a pawn shop where they identified the subject and said that the man had been frequenting the shop for years. The county worker asked to be paid in drugs instead of in cash. He faces charges for theft, the transfer of stolen property, official misconduct and possession of cocaine. The investigation has not yet concluded, and authorities could detain other people.Serious Implications of Drug Charges

The arrest for a drug offense in Miami or Fort Lauderdale and across Miami-Dade or Broward County could have serious implications and affect your future. If you work for the government or at another type of professional job, you could lose your job and livelihood. In addition, your driver’s license might be suspended. Of course, you could also face serious criminal penalties including mandatory jail time, probation and hefty fines. Our Miami drug lawyer can defend your rights and your freedom after you have been accused of a drug offense.

Help from a Reputable Attorney

The State Attorney needs to prove their case beyond a reasonable doubt. They might rely on witnesses and need to show your intent regarding the commission of a crime. Your knowledge regarding the possible possession, sale, transfer or manufacturing of a drug matters. For example, if you are a passenger in a vehicle with drugs in the trunk, you might not be held responsible if the vehicle is not yours and you did not know the drugs were present since you would not be able to access them. However, you need a seasoned Miami drug lawyer who can fight the charges against you.

If you or a loved one find yourself in this type of challenging legal situation, you will need professional legal help. For answers to your questions, call our drug criminal defense attorney.

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Two University of Miami Students Arrested for Rape

Two student athletes at the University of Miami are facing serious charges after being arrested by the Coral Gables Police following a rape investigation.

According to various news sources, Alexander Figueroa and Jawand Blue, both 20, have been charged with sexual battery for an alleged assault on an unnamed 17-year-old girl. A law enforcement affidavit filed on the incident states the attack allegedly occurred on July 5th.

On that day, Figueroa and Blue allegedly arranged for the underage girl to illegally consume alcohol and narcotics against her will. After this, the two young men took the young girl to Figueroa’s dorm room where they took turns performing numerous sexual acts on her. The teen was described in the affidavit as being “physically helpless to resist” the assault.

After the alleged assault, the teenage girl contacted the University of Miami campus police to report that she had been raped. The school’s police department then contacted the local authorities to inform them of the teen’s allegations. According to a spokesperson for the Coral Gable Police Department, Figueroa and Blue turned themselves in on July 8th after becoming aware of the fact they were being investigated for rape. The were arrested at that point without incident.

In the state of Florida, criminal charges such as sexually battery and rape are very severe. The Florida statute defining a victim’s condition during a sexual battery reads as follows:

“Mentally incapacitated” means temporarily incapable of appraising or controlling a person’s own conduct due to the influence of a narcotic, anesthetic, or intoxicating substance administered without his or her consent or due to any other act committed upon that person without his or her consent. (Florida Statue 794.011, section C)

When a defendant is found guilty in Florida on a charge of rape or sexual battery, the consequences they face are very serious. Depending on the circumstances of the victim in the case, a rape or sexual battery conviction can lead to a minimum of nine years or a maximum of life in prison.

If you or anyone you know in the Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, and Miami Dade County areas has been charged with a serious felony sex offense, a capable Miami rape defense lawyer can help you explore legal options during your ordeal.

To contact the law firm of Kenneth Hassett, an experienced criminal defense attorney, click here.

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A domestic violence suspect, Christopher Colon, will be spending 364 days behind bars in Broward for using excessive profanity when speaking to Judge Jay Hurley. The 27 year old was supposedly upset with the judge for denying him pre-trial release from jail in bond court.

According to reports, Colon was accused of twice-violating a court injunction and a battery causing great bodily harm. Judge John “Jay” Hurley did set bond at $125,000 for each of the two violations but denied Colon a bond on the battery charge.

Because Colon felt that the Judge was being unreasonable, Colon cursed him out for several minutes. After listening to his rant, Judge Hurley declared him in contempt of court and sentenced him to 364 days in jail.

For more information go to: http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/local/crime/fl-outburst-contempt-of-court-20140612,0,1733884.story

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Two Men Arrested in Miami For Fatal Shooting of a Minister

A pastor was shot and killed by two men in Liberty City on Thursday, July 10 at 5:30 p.m. after being robbed. Pastor Kenneth Johnson, 67, had entered City Market convenience store on Northwest 62nd Street and Northwest 13th Avenue to purchase a bottle of water before Tyreke Desire, 19, and Larry Flowers, 20, tried to steal change out of his hand and a gold chain on his neck. Johnson struggled with the men before he was shot on the sidewalk. He was rushed to Jackson Memorial Hospital, but later died. The two men fled to a nearby apartment complex after the attack.Pastor Kenneth Johnson was known in the community for always lending a helping hand and ministering to those in need for the last decade. Just before visiting the convenience store, he had helped another individual at Liberty City church get their car started.Miami police were able to locate the two suspects, where they found the gun that was used in the murder. Both individuals had changed clothes following the incident.

The death of Pastor Kenneth Johnson opens up an issue in the community with complaints that there are not enough opportunities for the youth, which has lead to high crime rates. The area is known to become more dangerous at night during the summer when more people are seen outdoors.

Senior Pastor Vincent Spann said, “I should be morning but I have a sense of joy because I believe his death will cause greater things to happen. I believe it’s going to catapult us into action and change this community so they’ll get tired of not talking. We’re not going to let this moment go to waste, we’re going to press his name into people’s minds.”

A vigil was later held at the convenience store’s parking lot on Friday for Johnson with over 30 people in attendance. Salt was sprinkled on the parking lot with candles lit in remembrance.

For those who have been involved with murder or homicide, Hassett & Associates, P.A. works to explain the rights. Miami Homicide Defense Attorney Kenneth P. Hassett is an experienced criminal defense lawyer who works with First Degree Murder or Homicide, Felony Murder, Vehicular or Vessel Homicide, and Second Degree Murder.

If you or someone you know has been in a similar legal situation, contact our firm immediately at 954-791-3939 24 hours a day, per seven days a week for a consultation.

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TSA Agent Arrested For Trafficking Cocaine

A TSA officer in Miami, Florida was placed in jail after being arrested on several criminal charges, including a charge of cocaine trafficking. The thirty-three-year old Latwana Shaneaka Daniels appeared in bond court on Sunday, June 22, 2014 and was denied bond.

According to the arrest affidavit, a warranted search was performed on her home, located in Southwest Miami-Dade, on June 21, 2014. Detectives found 111 grams of cocaine and 39 grams of marijuana, as well as $139,000 in cash hidden in the wall. The detectives also discovered a loaded Beretta PX4 handgun in a place that was easily accessible to her four children.

The arrest affidavit also states that detectives found tools for processing the drugs in Latwana Daniels’ master bedroom and kitchen, all of which had cocaine residue on them. The affidavit states that the tools, such as beakers and scales, were used for cooking raw cocaine to be processed into crack cocaine.

Monica Forest, a neighbor of Daniels’, reported that she had no idea about what was going on inside Daniels’ home until she saw the cops outside. “It was 5:30 or so, and I noticed that there was a bit of excitement over there,” she said. “It turned out to be two police cars, but we had no idea what was going on.”

The police complaint states that Daniels’ children were home during drug transactions. Latwana Daniels faces four child neglect charges. As of Sunday, it was still unclear where her children were. The Transportation Security Administration has stated that Daniels is on administrative leave and that they plan to terminate her employment by the time of her trial.

If you are arrested for a drug crime in Miami, there will be serious repercussions. Even possessing a small amount of drugs can have grave consequences. A drug crime conviction will not only damage your chances of future employment, but can also result in the termination of your driver’s license. This is why it is so important to have a skilled Miami drug crime lawyer on your side. Our law firm has the experience and skill you need to combat State Attorneys in Miami Dade County and Broward County. Pushing hard for stiff penalties is only one of the distinguishing trademarks of these attorneys. That’s why you need a lawyer.

If you or anyone you know in the Miami Dade area has been charged with drug crimes, contact Kenneth Hassett for help during your ordeal.

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Unlike most convenient stores that sell diapers and milk, Kwik Stop sells typical convenient store items as well as packets of synthetic marijuana and SKS rifles.

The store remained closed after a heavily armed police SWAT team busted the store and arrested the manager. The six-month undercover operation has finally come to a close after citizens began calling in anonymous tips to Crime Stoppers.

Some of the items seized during the raid were various drugs, drug paraphernalia, cash, a Taurus 9 mm handgun and a total of 423 bags of synthetic cannabinoid. Detectives also discovered evidence that Mr. Sulaiman was conducting fraudulent transactions involving food stamps.

According to authorities, Ayman Sulaiman, 36, was arrested–with his seven young children present–and faces 17 charges, including possession of cocaine with intent to sell, possession of amphetamine and synthetic cannabis, and fraud involving food stamps. Although Sulaiman is arrested, authorities believe that there are still other suspects involved. Sulaiman was held in the Broward County jail on a $43,100 bond.

For more information go to: http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/fl-hollywood-kwik-stop-folo-20140612,0,4054100.story

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Two Miami Men Arrested For Charity Scams

Two men who were involved in charity scams in Miami have been arrested. The scams targeted the Haitian-American community in South Florida. Jeff Atwater, who is the Chief Financial Officer in Florida, stated that Jacques Albert Caltixte stole $300,000 in state funds by using his charity, Haitian American Association Against Cancer. The funds were designed to provide cancer screenings for Haitian-American women.

According to authorities, Caltixte obtained the payments by using false documents. He received the payments between 2011 and 2013. Earlier in July 2014, Philippe Bourciquot was caught using Haitian Creole ads to lure people into a Ponzi scheme. Investigators stated that Bourciqout had received over $$3.1 million in donations. It is estimated that 300 investors donated to Bourciqout.

Both men are in the Miami-Dade County Jail. Bourciqout has a bond of $200,000, and Caltixte is being held on a $20,000 bond. The jail records have not stated whether either one of the men has an attorney.

Fraud is defined as misleading conduct or communication of a person whose intentions are to trick or defraud a victim into giving property or money. A person attempting to defraud another victim may use exaggerations, false pretenses or false promises. Fraud can have serious consequences. Like the two men in the aforementioned case, a person can go to jail for defrauding another person. People who have been charged with committing fraud may also be required to pay a fine.

That is why if you have been accused of fraud, then you will need to contact a Miami fraud defense lawyer. You may be able to avoid the harsh consequences if you have a good attorney on your side. You should contact Kenneth Hassett if you want to hire a Miami fraud defense Attorney.

One of the reasons you should hire Hassett is because of his experience. He has been in practice since 1991. Not only is Hassett experience, but he is also very qualified to take your case. He will work hard to protect your rights and fight the criminal charges. You will be able to get a free consultation.

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Two Women Arrested in Miami for DUI

Two women from the Pembroke Pines, Florida area received several charges earlier this week. One of the most serious is driving under the influence or DUI after they caused havoc at a Sally Beauty Supply store.The women, Veronica Cabanas and Cathleen Ibanez, had a child that was only two years old with them when they were arrested. The police were able to find them after Cabana’s mother alerted them that the driver was possibly impaired. The mother was concerned because she knew that Cabana and Ibanez were driving while intoxicated and had her two year old grandchild in the car as a passenger.Approximately an hour and a half later, police were called to the beauty supply store. Authorities stated that Cabanas and Ibanez were creating a disturbance. In addition, according to the police report, Cabanas was attempting to have her two year old urinate into a bottle of a beauty product. Both she and Ibanez were allegedly throwing items throughout the store, creating a disturbance.

By the time the police were on the scene and approached the women, the two were in the car. Ibanez was in the driver’s seat and the car was running although in park. The police reported that the child was in the car but not secured in a car seat. Of course, it is required by law that toddlers are secured in a car seat while in a vehicle.

As they conducted their investigation, the police reported that both women had glazed over eyes and that their speech was extremely slurred. The officers performed roadside sobriety tests and came to the conclusion that Ibanez was under the influence.

In addition, according to the police affidavit, they located several pill bottles inside the woman’s purse. Among them was a bottle of oxycodone. Ibanez does not have a prescription for these drugs.

According to police, Cabanas was stumbling around and was warned several times not to get behind the wheel. Instead, she ignored the orders from police and sat in the driver’s seat of the car while the engine was running. She denied using any drugs or drinking alcohol. However, following the roadside sobriety tests, the police concluded that she too was under the influence and the two women were arrested and taken to jail.

Cabanas was charged with DUI, DUI with a child under 18 in the vehicle, resisting arrest, child neglect and driving a motor vehicle while knowing that her license was suspended.

Ibanez was charged with DUI, DUI with a child under 18 in the vehicle and drug possession.

If you are arrested under suspicion of DUI in the Miami area, you will want the skills of a savvy Miami Dade DUI Lawyer. Kenneth Hassett of Hassett and Associates, P.A. is a lawyer who specializes in criminal defense and he will strive to get your charges reduced or even dropped. Contact Hassett and Associates, P.A. today.

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2 Miami Men Arrested For Multiple Robberies

On Monday, August 25, 2014, two men were arrested in Miami-Dade county after they went on a crime spree. The two men were named Alexander B. Cohen and John C. Rarick. Both men are 29 years-old. Cohen and Rarick attempted to rob a Walgreen’s. They also robbed a Nordstrom, Aventura Target and crashed into a toll booth. Additionally, the two men also robbed a woman in Sunny Isles and a man in North Miami.The two men were arrested in a parking lot at Johnson and Wales University. Justin Dickason, who is a 19 year-old student at the school, witnessed the two men getting arrested. He stated that there was chaos near the entrance of the school. He also stated that the cops pummeled one of the robbers.

Neal Cuevas, who is an officer for the North Miami Police Department stated that Rarick and Cohen were looking for any opportunity to rob people or businesses. They also that the cops had been trying to catch the men for quite some time.

According to police reports, Rarick had been arrested on July 7, 2014 for suspicion of grand theft of a motor vehicle. Cohen does not have a police report. There have been no other details release about the incident.

Unless Rarick and Cohen have a good defense attorney, they will most likely spend a long time in jail. That is why if you are facing grand theft charges, then you will need to contact a Miami grand theft defense lawyer. Your Miami grand theft defense lawyer will discuss the rights that you have.

It will be in your best interest to contact the attorney as soon as possible. If you are charged with grand theft, then you could be required to spend a long time in jail. You may also have to pay a fine. On the other hand, you could get your charges reduced or dropped if you hire an attorney. Your attorney will work hard to protect your rights and try to help you get off with the lightest possible punishment.

Your Miami grand theft defense lawyer understands all of the ins and outs of the criminal justice system. He also knows how to look at the cases from different angles. That is why you should hire an attorney.

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