Miami Criminal Defense Blog

Plain-English articles on Florida criminal charges, Miami-Dade court procedure and recent local arrests from The Law Offices of Alejandro De Varona in Miami.

What Is Considered a Probate Violation in Miami_ (And How a Lawyer Can Help)

What Is Considered a Probation Violation in Miami? (And How a Lawyer Can Help)

A probation violation in Miami can occur when someone fails to comply with one or more conditions ordered by the court during a probation sentence.…

July 13, 2026

Miami-Dade Man Who Led Police on High-Speed Chase Had Suspended License

A Miami-Dade man was arrested after authorities alleged he led a Florida Highway Patrol trooper on a high-speed chase that…

July 6, 2026

Miami Nurse Caught After Taking Drugs From Rehab Facility

A Miami nurse has been accused of taking controlled medications from a rehabilitation facility after an investigation uncovered alleged discrepancies…

Two Arrested for Trespassing After Using Fake ID to Enter Brazil vs. Scotland Game at Miami Stadium

June 29, 2026

Two Arrested for Trespassing at Brazil vs. Scotland Game in Miami

Two men were arrested after authorities said they used fake credentials to enter the Brazil versus Scotland World Cup match…

June 22, 2026

$5 Million Drug Bust in Miami Gardens Largest in City’s History

Authorities reportedly uncovered approximately $5 million worth of illegal drugs during a major operation in Miami Gardens, marking what officials…

June 15, 2026

Two Miami Residents Facing Federal Charges in Miami Medicare Fraud Ring

Two Miami residents are facing federal charges for their alleged involvement in a scheme connected to stolen Medicare patient information…

June 8, 2026

Two Charged in North Miami Beach Fraud Probe

Two individuals are facing allegations connected to a North Miami Beach fraud investigation involving suspected financial crimes, according to Local…

June 1, 2026

Virginia Gardens Woman Accused of Grand Theft, False Imprisonment After Drugging Man

A Virginia Gardens woman now faces serious criminal allegations involving grand theft and false imprisonment after authorities accused her of…

May 25, 2026

Coast Guard Seizes 8,000 Pounds of Cocaine in Port Everglades

Federal authorities recently seized approximately 8,000 pounds of cocaine connected to a major Port Everglades drug trafficking investigation, according to…

May 18, 2026

Mother-Daughter Pair Facing Felony Charges for Defrauding Miami-Dade Medical Clinic

A mother and daughter working at a Miami-Dade medical clinic now face felony allegations connected to an alleged fraud investigation,…

May 11, 2026

Miami Man Arrested for Grand Theft in Connection to $50K Facebook Marketplace Scheme

A Miami man now faces grand theft charges after authorities linked him to an alleged $50,000 Facebook Marketplace scheme, according…

May 4, 2026

Coral Terrace Robber Arrested After Being Recognized by Homeowner

A woman allegedly carried out repeated thefts in a Coral Terrace robbery case where a Miami-Dade homeowner eventually recognized her,…

April 27, 2026

Former Miami-Dade Home Depot Manager Charged in Multi-Million Dollar Fraud Case

A former Miami-Dade Home Depot manager is facing serious allegations tied to a multi-million dollar fraud scheme, highlighting the growing…

Ex Miami-Dade School Board Member Pleads Guilt to Grand Theft After Taking $100K of Funds

April 20, 2026

Ex Miami-Dade School Board Member Pleads Guilty to Grand Theft After Taking $100K of Funds

A former Miami-Dade School Board official has pleaded guilty to charges connected to a Miami-Dade grand theft case involving the…

April 13, 2026

Massive South Florida Drug Bust in “Operation Spring Cleaning” Sees 19 Arrested

A large-scale law enforcement operation known as “Operation Spring Cleaning” resulted in 19 arrests connected to alleged drug activity across…

April 6, 2026

New Bodycam Shows Tiger Woods’ South Florida DUI Arrest

Newly released bodycam footage from NBC Miami provides a closer look at Tiger Woods’ arrest following a South Florida crash…

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April 1, 2026

How Much Does a DUI Attorney Cost in Miami-Dade County?

Facing a DUI charge can feel overwhelming and uncertain. A single arrest in Miami-Dade County can affect your freedom, your…

March 30, 2026

What Are the Penalties for Driving With a Suspended License in South Florida?

Driving with a suspended license in South Florida can lead to serious legal consequences that extend beyond a simple traffic…