By germeysmithe May 27, 2016
My name is jeremie Smith I was resent represented by Attorney Gary cole of the cole law Firm here in Fort Lauderdale Florida. I was in a bad situation where I was falsely accused of unsubstantiated allegations and a temporary injunction was imposed against me for a pending restraining order which took away my ability to have contact with my 7 year old son. I am also on probation here in Florida therefore I was also in serious danger of a probation violation if the petition against me was deem credible by the judge. At my may 2nd, 2016 hearing I faced my accuser and the judge with supreme confidence know that I had Gary Cole as my lawyer. Within half an hour into my hearing Gary cole was finished questioning my accuser and proved that there was no credible evidence to enforce an order of protection against me. The judge then ruled in our favor and dismissed the petition against me. I was amazed with how Gary Cole dominated the situation in court on my behalf and I was astonished with how fast Attorney Gary Cole Convinced the Judge to rule in our favor and dismiss the petition against me. Because of Attorney Gary Coles outstanding representation I avoided a probation violation and I am able to remain a free man a be a good father to my 7 year old son. I highly recommend Attorney Gary Cole to anyone is a bad situation. When the criminal justice system has you stuck between a rock and a hard place pick up the phone and Call Gary Cole it will probably be one of the best desions of your life. Jeremie Smith. ...read more
By MariaToro2411 April 12, 2016
Bill is very nice, great listener and will go out of the way to help you resolve any issue you have. ...read more
By MariaToro2411 April 12, 2016
Bill is very nice, great listener and will go out of the way to help you resolve your case. ...read more
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled today that police are allowed to conduct a warrantless breath test as a result of a DUI arrest but not a warrantless blood test. The Court had before it three cases in which the defendant either refused or did take a breath or blood test – a criminal prosecution for refusing a warrantless blood test; a criminal prosecution for refusing a warrantless breath test; and a “voluntary” blood test given when told by police that it was required. In making its decision, the Court found that taking a blood sample or undergoing a breath test is a search under the Fourth Amendment. The Court found that breath tests did not implicate any significant privacy concern as the test was not intrusive to any particular degree and was administered incidental to a person’s arrest. Searches incident to arrest are generally acceptable. However, blood tests are significantly more intrusive because it requires piercing someone’s skin and the results could reveal more than a blood alcohol level. Therefore, whether or not a warrantless blood test is reasonable under the Fourth Amendment which protects us against unreasonable searches depends on the availability of a breath test. The Court found that the prosecutor in each case before it did not present a valid argument as to why a blood draw given without a warrant was reasonable. The Court also ruled that drivers may not be punished criminally for refusing to submit to a blood test based on implied consent laws. Implied consent in the DUI context means that when someone accepts the “privilege” to drive in the State of Florida, they give their consent to any sobriety test required by law. (Look at the bottom of your Florida Driver License). The court explained that the State’s power must be limited in situations where it insists on an intrusive blood test and then criminally prosecutes someone who refuses. If you or someone you know has questions about a DUI, contact Fort Lauderdale Criminal Lawyer Gary Cole - www.garycolelaw.com This website includes general information about legal issues and developments in the law. Such materials are for informational purposes only and may not reflect the most current legal developments. These informational materials are not intended, and must not be taken, as legal advice on any particular set of facts or circumstances. You need to contact a lawyer licensed in your jurisdiction for advice on specific legal issues problems. ...read more
By Fort Lauderdale Criminal Defense Lawyer Gary Cole June 23, 2016
Read more: What if the police want to search my car? ...read more
By Fort Lauderdale Criminal Defense Lawyer Gary Cole June 13, 2016
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By Fort Lauderdale Criminal Defense Lawyer Gary Cole June 06, 2016
There are a variety of reasons criminal cases are dismissed, and these can include insufficient evidence or the prosecution's failure to present a strong case. If you are being charged with a crime, the best step to take is to get the charges dropped. There are some guidelines to help you improve your... ...read more
The United States puts all trials and dispositions in public record. Case information is found in a variety of different places within the state and county offices. Much case information can be found online through state-supported databases and legal search engines. Courthouses and libraries may also ... ...read more
