Category Archives: Murder

Jacksonville Stand Your Ground Case Leads to Media Access Debate

Posted on March 11, 2014 by

As a Jacksonville criminal lawyer, I see news crews and reporters in an around the Duval County Courthouse and jail often.  This is not usual considering that many news stories come from criminal conduct in the area.  The Michael Dunn … Continue reading →

Posted in Florida Stand Your Ground Law, Homicide, Murder, Self Defense

Florida Criminal Attorney Requests Extension in Dunn Sentencing

Posted on March 4, 2014 by

Although the jury returned a verdict on four of the five criminal counts filed against Michael Dunn, this Jacksonville murder case is far from over.  Dunn was found guilty after jurors deliberated for days at the Duval County Courthouse.  On … Continue reading →

Posted in Florida Stand Your Ground Law, Homicide, Murder, Self Defense

After the Michael Dunn Jacksonville Florida Murder Trial

Posted on February 19, 2014 by

After Jacksonville criminal attorneys tried a high-profile murder case, there appears to be somewhat of a resolution.  People are still protesting for justice for Jordan, but there is some closure for the other victims.  Dunn was found guilty of felony … Continue reading →

Posted in Florida Stand Your Ground Law, Homicide, Manslaughter, Murder, Self Defense | 2 Comments

Michael Dunn Testifies in Jacksonville Trial Arguing Self Defense

Posted on February 11, 2014 by

Michael Dunn took the stand today to testify in his defense at his murder trial in Duval County FL.  He took the stand and claimed that he was defending himself against Jordan Davis.  Dunn has been charged killing Davis, “a … Continue reading →

Posted in Florida Stand Your Ground Law, Homicide, Murder, Self Defense

Duval County State Attorney and Defense Lawyer Give Opening Statements

Posted on February 6, 2014 by

Michael Dunn’s murder case has been compared to George Zimmerman’s case numerous times (Jacksonville Dunn and Davis Shooting Compared to Florida Zimmerman Case).  While the cases are certainly different, the laws are the same.  Both Dunn and Zimmerman were charged … Continue reading →

Posted in Florida Stand Your Ground Law, Homicide, Murder, Self Defense

High Profile Jacksonville Criminal Trial Begins in Duval County FL

Posted on February 3, 2014 by

Jury selection began today in the Michael Dunn murder trial.  This Jacksonville criminal case made national headlines in November of 2012.  Michael Dunn is 47-years-old.  He has been accused of committing first-degree murder for the shooting death of 17-year-old Jordan … Continue reading →

Posted in Florida Stand Your Ground Law, Homicide, Murder, Self Defense

Jacksonville Criminal Defendant Speaks Out On Jordan Davis Shooting

Posted on October 21, 2013 by

Last November, Michael Dunn shot and killed Jordan Davis in Jacksonville FL.  He has been in custody at the Duval County Jail for almost a year.  He is awaiting trial.  For the first time, Michael Dunn reached out to the … Continue reading →

Posted in Florida Stand Your Ground Law, Homicide, Murder, Self Defense

Michael Dunn’s Jacksonville Criminal Trial Continued

Posted on September 3, 2013 by

Last week, Michael Dunn appeared in the Duval County Courthouse.  Dunn has been charged with one count of murder and three counts of attempted murder.  He has been “accused of murdering 17 year-old Jordan Davis.”  He went to court for … Continue reading →

Posted in Homicide, Murder

Duval County State Attorneys Office Lawsuit After Zimmerman Trial

Posted on August 5, 2013 by

I will be the first to admit that I was one of those people that could not get enough about the Zimmerman trial.  As a Jacksonville criminal attorney, it captured my attention.  The world focused on Florida and our laws.  … Continue reading →

Posted in DUI with Serious Bodily Injury, Florida Criminal Help, Florida Stand Your Ground Law, Homicide, Manslaughter, Murder, Self Defense | 1 Comment

Fernandez Plea Deal and Jacksonville Juvenile Criminal Sentence

Posted on July 22, 2013 by

When Cristian Fernandez was only 12-years-old, he was charged with first degree murder in Duval County FL.  He was accused of murdering his 2 year old brother and charged as an adult.  At the age of 14, his case came … Continue reading →

Posted in Aggravated Battery, Homicide, Juvenile, Manslaughter, Murder