Monthly Archives: March 2012

Walton County, Florida Spring Break Offenses

Posted on March 20, 2012 by Jeremy S. Keich

Destin, Florida has become a hub for college students from the southeast, midwest and beyond as a favorite spring break destination.  Each year the month of March earmarks the beginning of the busy season for the hospitality industry and  local … Continue reading →

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Destin/Fort Walton Beach Assault and Battery

Posted on March 13, 2012 by Jeremy S. Keich

As a criminal defense attorney I often have clients from Okaloosa or Walton County who have been arrested for assault or battery.  Both of these offenses are misdemeanors.  Each however has a felony counter part (i.e. aggravated assault, felony battery, … Continue reading →

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Destin/Fort Walton Beach Driving Under the Influence(DUI) Penalties

Posted on March 8, 2012 by Jeremy S. Keich

 If you live in the Destin/Fort Walton Beach area (or are visiting the area for Spring Break) and are arrested for DUI, you should be aware that a conviction for DUI carries mandatory penalties as established by the Florida Legislature.  … Continue reading →

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Destin-Fort Walton Beach Drug Possession (Actual Possession v. Constructive Possession)

Posted on March 3, 2012 by Jeremy S. Keich

Possession of a controlled substance (i.e. marijuana, cocaine, methamphetamine, hydrocodone, oxycodone) is a criminal offense in the State of Florida.  However, residents and visitors of Okaloosa or Walton County are often not aware that under the laws of this state, there … Continue reading →

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