Disobeying a Lawful Order by Law Enforcement

If you have been charged with disobeying a lawful order in Florida, then you may have a defense.  Showing that order was unlawful is a defense that is oftentimes successful when fighting a disobeying a lawful order case.  Even if you don’t think you have a defense, you should always speak to an attorney to make sure you have a full understanding of how the law applies specifically to your case.  If you want to know more about how to beat your disobeying a lawful order case in Florida, contact Matthew Williams now for a free consultation.

Disobeying a lawful order from law enforcement in Florida is defined under Florida Statute 316.072(3).  A person commits the crime of disobeying a lawful order from the police when they willfully fail or refuse to comply with the lawful order or direction of a police officer while operating a vehicle or bicycle or while walking on a public road.

Disobeying a lawful order from a law enforcement officer is a second-degree misdemeanor, meaning you can be sentenced to up to 60 days in jail, or up to 6 months on probation and up to $500 in fines (you can also be sentenced to a jail sentence followed by probation but the total length of the sentence cannot exceed 6 months year).

Criminal convictions, especially convictions related to the obstruction of justice, carry severe consequences and can never be removed from your criminal record.

If you need an attorney who will advise you, fight for your rights, and do everything possible to protect your future, or if someone you know has been charged with disobeying a lawful order of a law enforcement officer in Florida, then contact Matthew Williams now for a free consultation.