Bauer Crider Kindel & Parry is proud to be a resource to the Clearwater area. This is a collection of articles related to criminal defense. Should you find yourself in need of a criminal defense lawyer, please contact us about your case as soon as possible.
The state of Florida has been actively working to reduce the incarceration rate for juveniles, who often end up in the penitentiary system because of abuse or negligence. They’re also far more likely to reintegrate with society as productive members if officials focus on rehabilitation instead of incarceration. Florida has developed some alternatives to incarceration in the form of programs…
Almost everyone has a smartphone and almost every smartphone has a camera. This means that any average Joe can capture the next breaking news story with a few swipes of their thumb. Videoing the police has become a contentious topic, and it’s something everyone needs to understand. Smartphone videos have been important pieces of evidence in recent high profile cases.…
Sidney Hines is a 67-year-old man from New Port Richey who ran into some financial trouble. He was unable to pay his mortgage so he got a loan from HomeSaver Advance Loans. Unfortunately, when it came time to payoff the load Hines didn’t have the cash. When the debt collectors started calling Hines decided to impersonate “US Senator R.D.” from…
Robbery and burglary are often confused with each other by those who have little familiarity with criminal law. From a legal viewpoint, there is a significant difference between the two terms. While both are considered property crimes involving the taking or attempted taking of personal property without the owner’s consent, they are differentiated by the circumstances that surround each. A…
More than 65% of all adults in the US are now on social media, and this number is steadily growing. As social media is slowly becoming more ingrained in our society it raises several questions about how we use it and who gets to use it. Sex offenders using social media is now a topic lots of lawmakers, lawyers, and…
The legal status of marijuana has been a hot topic for a long time, but it’s really heated up in the past few years. Ever since Colorado and Washington opened the door back in 2012, everyone seems to be talking about the pros and cons of what to do with weed. One point of confusion many people have is the…
1. Look Serious When the judge sees you they need to see someone who is taking the matter seriously. Make sure your attire shows that you understand what’s going on. First impressions count. 2. Look Focused The courtroom is no place to make a fashion statement. Leave bright colors, distracting patterns, and exotic flare at home. Avoid anything that would…
What is Swindling? Calling someone a cheap swindler is a quick way to discount someone’s credibility. The term swindler implies that a person has cheated you or stolen from you in a sneaky way. It turns out this term isn’t just an insult, it’s a real crime you can be charged with. Facing charges? Schedule your initial consultation today. Available…
Our firm is always looking for new ways to get involved in our local community. We’re proud to help our Florida neighbors with their legal needs, and we’re thankful to be trusted as their attorneys. Mike Kenny has recently found a new avenue for community involvement. We are excited to announce that he will be one of the sponsors for…
Synthetic drugs started in London in 2004 when a group of people found a way to manufacture a compound that delivered similar results to marijuana. This compound goes by the name of spice, and by 2008 it hopped the pond and made it’s way to the states. Spice, or K2 as it’s sometimes called, became wildly popular over the years.…