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New system will make jury instructions easier for lawyers and judges to prepare – The Florida Bar
Lawyers for Children America expands to Broward, seeks pro bono volunteers – The Florida Bar
Michael J. Satz wins Criminal Law Section’s Selig I. Goldin Award – The Florida Bar
2026 Florida Bar Convention/Criminal Law Update
Fraudsters are impersonating attorneys in immigration scheme – The Florida Bar
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Supreme Court amends rules to address AI use in court filings – The Florida Bar
Supreme Court asked if capital defendants with private lawyers can get taxpayer-funded co-counsel – The Florida Bar
The Honorable Elizabeth A. Kovachevich 35th Annual National Seminar on Federal Sentencing – Tampa Bay Chapter of The Federal Bar Association
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Register now for the Government Lawyer Section’s first-ever Legacy & Leadership Symposium – The Florida Bar
May 7-8 in Tampa: Experts on DUI 2026
CIPP/US Privacy course offered at the Annual Florida Bar Convention – The Florida Bar
April 30 "Journey to The Bench" Free CLE
New Bar hub makes finding free CLE easier than ever – The Florida Bar
Florida Supreme Court elects John Couriel as next chief justice – The Florida Bar
New law updates terminology to ‘child sexual abuse material’ in Florida Statutes – The Florida Bar
Bar releases latest mandatory professionalism CLE – The Florida Bar
Supreme Court considers challenge to randomized jury selection – The Florida Bar
April 23 Hot Topics in Evidence 2026
Supreme Court to review use of random-number generator in jury selection – The Florida Bar
Judges may respond to clemency review requests if solicited – The Florida Bar
Supreme Court updates Florida Bar Professionalism Expectations – The Florida Bar
Business Law Section launches ‘Be $.M.A.R.T.’ initiative to help seniors avoid scams – The Florida Bar
Sovereign immunity compromise measure headed to the governor – The Florida Bar
House approves bill allowing life sentences for manslaughter in an officer’s death – The Florida Bar
Supreme Court considers whether solo criminal conduct can trigger RICO – The Florida Bar
FACDL Criminal Law Update & Board Certification Review 2026
Prosecutor/Public Defender Trial Training Program – Criminal Law Section of The Florida Bar
Committee on Standard Jury Instructions in Criminal Cases seeks applicants – The Florida Bar
2026 Experts on DUI 2026—On the Road Again: Steering Through Florida DUI Law
Voting is underway in the 2026 Bar elections – The Florida Bar
Police use your Google searches to find suspects. Is that constitutional? | AP News
Court-related bills mixed as session enters final weeks – The Florida Bar
President Baker-Barnes launches statewide virtual listening tour focused on lawyer sustainability – The Florida Bar
Criminal Law Section announces March 13 deadline for fellowship program applications – The Florida Bar
2/20 Ufferman Files Part 1 - Stories of Recovery and Resilience
Lawmakers revisit sovereign immunity and time-sharing enforcement on Florida Bar News Briefs – The Florida Bar
Feb. 26 CLE: Criminal Defense – Hanging Your Own Shingle
11th and 17th circuits order disclosure, certification of AI use in court filings – The Florida Bar
Broward State Attorney’s Office honored for mentoring partnership – The Florida Bar
Criminal Law Section seeks Goldin Memorial Award nominations – The Florida Bar
FFLA accepting nominations for 2026 Medal of Honor Awards until February 16 – The Florida Bar
New FosterPower app tool aims to protect foster youth from human trafficking – The Florida Bar
Lawyers and judges honored for extraordinary pro bono service – The Florida Bar
21 Florida lawyers to receive Pro Bono Service Awards in Supreme Court ceremony Thursday – The Florida Bar
Nominations now being accepted for the Hoeveler Judicial Professionalism Award – The Florida Bar
Forty new and amended jury instructions in criminal cases – The Florida Bar
Just days left to file your Committee Preference Form – The Florida Bar
Bill would expand definition of gang membership to include social media activity – The Florida Bar
Unlicensed contractors could face jail time – The Florida Bar
Sen. Leek files ‘AI Bill of Rights’ ahead of 2026 session – The Florida Bar
Court adopts statewide bond schedule – The Florida Bar
Florida Bar committee preference forms are now available – The Florida Bar
Bill targets repeat unlicensed drivers with tougher penalties – The Florida Bar
Appellate Case Management System maintenance today will require password reset for all users – The Florida Bar
FLA’s next online career counseling is set for Wednesday – The Florida Bar
Bill to shield appellate court clerks’ personal data advances again – The Florida Bar
New rule allows interim suspensions for lawyers facing felony charges – The Florida Bar
(9368) Ufferman Files Part 5 - Stand Your Ground
Miami-Dade Public Defender’s Office named Thomson Reuters Legal Innovator of the Year – The Florida Bar
UM Law students take lead on artificial intelligence in legal practice – The Florida Bar
Lawmakers told Baker and Marchman act reforms are paying dividends – The Florida Bar
Registration is now open for YLD Job & Resource Fair March 6 in Ft. Lauderdale – The Florida Bar
2025 Criminal Law Update: Buy Online 24/7
Scam Alert — phishing DocuSign email making the rounds is not from The Florida Bar – The Florida Bar
Bill seeks privacy protections for public defender support staff – The Florida Bar
8914 Ufferman Files Part 4 - Juvenile Resentencing
Criminal Law Section to present free CLE on juvenile resentencing – The Florida Bar
Does RICO require a criminal team? – The Florida Bar
Criminal Law Section to host legislative update CLE during Bar’s Fall Meeting – The Florida Bar
Proposed changes to Rule 8.090 (Speedy Trial) – The Florida Bar
10/30 FREE CLE: Inside the Florida Legislature
Florida Supreme Court weighs DUI case on police jurisdiction limits – The Florida Bar
There is still time to register for Counsel to Counsel – The Florida Bar
Bradley recognized for pro bono service by ABA’s Death Penalty Representation Project – The Florida Bar
Bill would expand protections for domestic violence victims – The Florida Bar
Disclosure, recusal discretionary for judges who previously served as sheriff’s counsel – The Florida Bar
Eleven new and amended Standard Jury Instructions in Criminal Cases – The Florida Bar
Supreme Court amends criminal rule to limit child victim depositions – The Florida Bar
Florida criminal defense lawyers to celebrate Constitution Day with statewide Bill of Rights readings – The Florida Bar
Florida Civil Chiefs on FCA Enforcement: Perspectives and Priorities
Experts on DUI: Becoming the Go-To DUI Guru
AI-generated legal drafts pose hidden risks – The Florida Bar
Survey finds growing trust in state courts amid rising security concerns – The Florida Bar
U.S. Southern District halts e-filing of sealed criminal documents after cyberattack
Florida Supreme Court considers ‘camera-on’ amendment to remote depositions rule
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Bar’s LRS generates record $5.7 million in fees
15th JNC seeks circuit and county judge applicants
161 Florida lawyers earn board certification
Judge Tatiana Salvador leads the Criminal Law Section
Nominate outstanding volunteers for the 2026 Pro Bono Service Awards
Fee disputes? The Florida Bar offers two free solutions
Justice Couriel praises Florida’s criminal bar, defends textualist approach
‘Counsel to Counsel’ returns with goal of 800 lawyers in year three
Bar resources help attorneys stay compliant with trust accounting rules
Florida Bar seeks applicants for Judicial Nominating Commissions
Renowned Miami defense attorney Roy Black, who won William Kennedy Smith case, dies at 80
Carey Haughwout honored with Steven M. Goldstein Criminal Justice Award
Four emerging leaders selected for inaugural Fellowship Program of the Criminal Law Section
State Attorney Amira Fox leads the Florida Prosecuting Attorneys Association
Quince honored with Selig I. Goldin Memorial Award
Criminal Law Update to tackle case law, ethics, and justice reform
Budget boosts courts with 39 new judges
Six to interview to fill statewide prosecutor opening
Supreme Court adopts rule for suspending lawyers charged with felonies
Going to the Annual Florida Bar Convention? Why not donate blood while you’re in Boca
Retired Florida Supreme Court Justice Peggy A. Quince to be honored with the 2025 Selig I. Goldin Memorial Award
Register for Criminal Law Update Through the Annual Florida Bar Convention
Register by June 20 for the Gerald T. Bennett Prosecutor/Public Defender Trial Training Program
Gerald T. Bennett Prosecutor/Public Defender Trial Training Program 2025
Full legislature moves court efficiency reforms
Applicants sought for statewide prosecutor
Buy Online: Experts on DUI - Becoming the Go-To DUI Guru
Governor signs bill requiring clerks to transmit involuntary commitment orders within six hours
Parental kidnapping, ex parte orders, and vexatious litigants on this week’s Florida Bar News Briefs
Bill allowing civil lawsuits for parental kidnapping clears House panel
Supreme Court Committee on Standard Jury Instructions in Criminal Cases has an opening for a prosecutor
Proposed amendments to Rule of Criminal Procedure 3.040 (Computation of Time)
House approves bill mandating swift transmission of ex parte orders to law enforcement
Experts on DUI: Becoming the Go-To DUI Guru
Eight nominated to fill two new Hillsborough County judicial positions
Court establishes Workgroup on Judicial Security to address growing threats
FACDL 2025 Criminal Law Review and Board Certification Tips
Florida Supreme Court reworks speedy trial and formal charges timeline
Senate panel approves expanded protections for court officials
Criminal Court Steering Committee invites comments on potential adoption of Section 90.404(2)(c)
March 19 FREE CLE for CLS Members: (8942) The Basics of Federal Sentencing
Proposed amendments to Rule of Criminal Procedure 3.131 (Pretrial Release)
Senate panel moves bill to address drug-related misdemeanors with probation and treatment
FACDL Chapters across Florida host ‘Sips & Suit’ events to replenish PD trial clothes closets
Governor makes four judicial appointments in February
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FACDL and Florida Justice Center unveil clothing closet to aid indigent clients
Governor’s proposed budget calls for court system investments
FREE CLE for Section Members: (8891) Guidelines about Guidelines
(8788) Hot Topics in Evidence
New Florida Bar guide helps lawyers incorporate AI responsibly in their work
Attorney General Moody’s Cyber Fraud Enforcement Unit shuts down six cyber schemes in past three months
A call for more judges and the creation of a Committee on Corporate Counsel on this week’s Florida Bar News Briefs
Bar unveils new Corporate Counsel Committee, approves rule amendments
Proposed amendments to 26 Standard Jury Instructions in Criminal Cases
Florida Bar committee preference forms now available
8791 Ufferman Files - Episode 3
Criminal Law Section seeks Selig Goldin Award nominations
Animal Cruelty: What is it and Which Animals are Protected?
Proposed amendments to Florida Rule of Criminal Procedure 3.850 (Motion to Vacate; Set Aside; or Correct Sentence) and Rule 3.853 (Motions for Postconviction DNA Testing)
Bar to release practical guide for lawyers on using generative AI tools
Florida Supreme Court approves CLE credit for pro bono work
Supreme Court clarifies retroactivity of double jeopardy rulings
Florida Bar panel eyes incident response plans amid rising cyber threats
Applications open for The Florida Bar Wm. Reece Smith, Jr., Leadership Academy 2025-2026
Manatee clerk launches free ‘Hope Card’ to protect domestic violence victims
Proposed amendments to Rule of Criminal Procedure 3.220 (Discovery)
Board of Governors nominating petitions are due December 16
FACDL 2024 Advanced Trial Skills
Bay Area Legal Services cranks up Florida Disaster Legal Aid Helpline
North Carolina issues ‘Katrina Order,’ inviting Florida lawyers to provide pro bono services in hurricane’s wake
Proposed amendments to Standard Jury Instructions in Criminal Cases 3.9(b) – Defendant Statements 10.1 – Carrying a Concealed [Firearm] [Weapon][Electric Weapon or Device]
The Florida Bar launches ‘The Vote’s In Your Court’ website and new ‘Guide for Florida Voters’ ahead of November election
FACDL ready to help if tweeks to new statewide bond schedule are needed
Amendments to Florida Rule of Criminal Procedure 3.220 (Discovery)
Proposed amendments to Florida Rule of Criminal Procedure 3.802 (Review of Sentences for Juvenile Offenders)
U.S. Middle District of Florida reports surge in jury duty fraud calls — beware of impostors
Criminal Law CLE On-Demand 24/7 Through The Florida Bar InReach Catalog
Public Defender Julianne Holt steps down: Reflecting on 30 years of legal and legislative impact
Revised ethics opinion: Judges should disclose prior prosecutions but assess recusal individually
Florida court clerks on track for new ‘Hope Card’ rollout
Judicial election results
Clothing Closet Project to help defendants appear in court without the stigma of incarceration
Criminal Trial Law Certification – The Florida Bar
Evidence Collection and Maintaining Chain of Custody in an Animal Cruelty or Animal Fighting Case
Ethics panel clarifies recusal standards for judges with previous prosecutorial roles
Not ‘eeny, meeny, miny, moe’: With many choices in Florida judicial races, here’s how insiders decide
Florida Supreme Court tightens Bar rules: No fictitious names for attorneys
Justice Delayed: The impact of Florida’s public attorney shortage
Court panel to take a hard look at problem-solving courts with an emphasis on mental illness and substance disorders
Gold Stevie Award honors Miami-Dade public defender’s creative workforce solution
Celebrated criminal defense attorney Neal Sonnett dies at 81
U.S. 11th Circuits seeks U.S. Middle District of Florida public defender applicants
Chief Justice Muñiz presents 2024 Judicial Excellence Award to Palm Beach County judge
News Articles – The Florida Bar
Honoring a legacy: Judge Stanford Blake receives 2024 Selig I. Goldin Memorial Award
Recent FSU Law Grads Selected For Student Scholarship Awards | College of Law
A number of bills of interest to the profession sent to the governor, including the rewrite of the Baker and Marchman acts
Jason Blank to lead FACDL, seeks greater Florida Bar involvement
Office of Criminal Conflict and Civil Regional Counsel, Second Region, honored with Governor’s Sterling Award
CLS (and all) events at TFB Annual Florida Bar Convention
Attorney at Work: Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers
FLA’s online career counseling set for June 12
Proposed amendments to standard jury instructions in criminal cases
Former Justice Department attorney Eli Rosenbaum and Palm Beach Circuit Judge Charles E. Burton awarded
Convention’s Annual Technology Symposium to focus on Artificial Intelligence
Educational opportunities abound at the 2024 Annual Florida Bar Convention
DeSantis signs legislation creating nine new judgeships
Board approves budget, works to enhance certification program
Want to become internationally certified in data privacy? Here’s your chance
Supreme Court advances remote technology use in routine criminal proceedings
Proposed amendments to Florida Rule of Criminal Procedure 3.116 (Use of Communication Technology)
Governor signs legislation to strengthen court clerk operations and aid domestic violence victims
Florida Supreme Court reverses 2018 ruling on Miranda rights reminder
State attorney and public defender races set
Governor appoints 11 to the bench in April
Annual fee season opens — Florida Bar members encouraged to pay online
3.113 Brady Giglio Discovery
Florida Lawyers on AI — insights from 2024 Florida Bar Membership Opinion Survey
Chief Judge Tim Corrigan wins William M. Hoeveler Judicial Professionalism Award
February 2024 Florida bar exam results
Privacy expert to lead Bar US Private Sector Privacy Training in Orlando
Proposed rule allows CLE credit for pro bono work
$50 million proposal for reforming the Baker and Marchman acts awaits the governor’s signature
This week’s Florida Bar News Briefs is now available
High costs and high turnover: Miami-Dade state attorney and PD seek solutions
Professionalism Expectations: A Mandatory CLE for Members of The Florida Bar
Masters of DUI 2024
2024 Criminal Law Review & Board Certification Tips
A judge need not automatically recuse from all cases involving the Office of the Public Defender if an assistant PD files to run against the judge
YLD recognizes 36 young lawyers for professionalism excellence
Committee on Standard Jury Instructions in Criminal Cases submits eight new and amended instructions for comment
U.S. 11th Circuit Judicial Conference set for May
Florida court clerks ‘grateful’ for anticipated $28.8M funding boost, warn of ongoing underfunding challenges
House committee moves mandatory car breathalyzer test bill
Measure expanding exceptions to grand jury secrecy clears the Legislature
Miami Law’s Harvey Sepler brings insight and experience to constitutional law course at OLLI
Mandatory car breathalyzer test passes Senate fiscal policy committee
Proposed amendments to Juvenile Court Rule 8.240 (Computation, Continuance, Extension, and Enlargement of Time)
Proposed amendments to Criminal Procedure Rule 3.116 (Use of Communication Technology)
Top Digital Marketing Trends for Lawyers in 2024
National Judicial College receives $1 million grant to help prepare judges for capital cases
Criminal Law Section seeks nominations for Selig Goldin Award
Bill to simplify obtaining protective orders moves in the House
Bill seeks to update mental health and substance abuse laws
Bill would allow judges to appointment ‘animal advocates’
Twenty-one to receive Florida Bar Pro Bono Service Award in Supreme Court ceremony January 18
Legal Services of Greater Miami and Legal Aid Services of Broward County receive $193K cy pres award
Wm. Reece Smith, Jr., Leadership Academy accepting applications through January 15
Measure aims to provide mental health support for defendants
The Florida Bar Prioritizes Cybersecurity in the Digital Age
Florida courthouses now family-friendly with new lactation space law
Proposal would offer post-trial juror counseling after traumatic cases
Miami-Dade Public Defender is using artificial intelligence for research and case preparation
Criminal defense bar says alcohol-device bill may skirt due process
New and amended Standard Jury Instructions in Criminal Cases
Measure expands exceptions to grand jury secrecy
House and Senate begin crafting court spending plans
Navigating Juvenile Waters: A Closer Look at Florida Juvenile Delinquency Practice
3.113 Brady Giglio Discovery
What is AGI in AI, and why are people so worried about it?
Florida Supreme Court rules police using deadly force not protected by Marsy’s Law
Attorney General Moody issues tips to avoid charity scams during the holidays
Ethics panel opines on judge attending events
Measure would cut the number of DCA judges
Inside The Florida Legislature: Available to Purchase Online
May a judge preside over criminal cases if their spouse works for the state attorney’s office?
Want to serve on a Florida Bar Committee?
Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida recognized for its efforts to combat domestic violence
Criminal Trial Law Certification – The Florida Bar
Judicial Circuit Assessment Committee to recommend against consolidation
There are no easy answers for Florida lawyers facing cyber ransom demands
Board of Governors nominating petitions are due December 15
Court considers a uniform statewide bond schedule consistent with section 903.011, Florida Statutes
Masters of DUI 2023: Available to Purchase Online
Judicial Circuit Assessment Committee plans three more meetings
ChatGPT Is a Lot More Valuable to Lawyers Now
Free trust accounting software now available
Measure would provide ‘Hope Cards’ to victims of domestic violence
Bill provides for child support if a drunk driver kills a minor’s parent
Inside the Florida Legislature
Want to serve on a judicial nominating commission? Now is the time to apply
Statewide Capital Collateral Registry needs lawyers
Should Lawyers Be Using Email Encryption?
National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges selects 15th Circuit to participate in Implementation Sites Project
Proposed amendments to Florida Rule of Criminal Procedure 3.670 (Rendition of Judgment)
Parties weigh in on proposal to expand the use of remote appearances for routine criminal matters
Count amends rules concerning emergency suspensions when lawyers are charged with a felony
Free service connects Bar members offering resources to other lawyers after Hurricane Idalia
YLD needs volunteers to assist those affected by Hurricane Idalia
Judicial Circuit Assessment Committee takes public comments
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Criminal Law Update 2023
Bay County’s Josh James receives FWC ‘Prosecutor of the Year’ award
Criminal Law Section, UF Law host Annual Gerald T. Bennett Prosecutor/Public Defender Trial Training Program
May a judge address a group consisting solely of prosecutors?
Ethics opinion to allow Florida lawyers to passively invest in out-of-state firms that include nonlawyer owners to be published for comment
Joel T. Lazarus Obituary 2023 - T.M. Ralph Funeral Homes
Human Trafficking Hotline Website
Should Lawyers Be Using Email Encryption?
Lee County Legal Aid Society expands immigration law outreach
Supreme Court reduces the number of mandatory CLE hours
Felman honored with 2023 Selig I. Goldin Memorial Award
Justice Labarga discuses criminal law and his own journey
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Criminal Law Section to award three student scholarships at the Annual Convention
(7531) Hot Topics in Evidence - June 2 - Live and Live Webcast
Florida Supreme Court JNC seeks attorney nominees
Proposed rule to expand the use of remote appearances for routine criminal matters is on its way to the court
Pilot program allows greater access to criminal case information in the 11th Circuit
Criminal Law Legislation of Interest to the Legal Profession – The Florida Bar
Criminal Law CLE Search Results - The Florida Bar
Florida moving away from jury unanimity in capital cases
Bill addresses threats against justices, judicial assistants and their families
Two apply for Office of Criminal Conflict and Civil Regional Counsel – Third District opening
Three apply for Supreme Court opening
Senate Criminal Justice Committee favors measures to fight Florida’s opioid epidemic
FPDA proposes allowing law graduates to work while they await Bar admission
Proposed amendments to Rule 3.116 (Use of Communication Technology)
11th Circuit to launch new pretrial policy project
Death row inmate Tommy Zeigler gets all-clear for DNA testing
They thought the 'stand your ground' defense would save them. Only once did a judge agree.
Fair circumstances? Aiden Fucci's defense looks to limit evidence, media
Justice system openness blocked by Marsy’s Law
Florida prosecutors latest to grapple with Marsy’s Law
Once a college rite, underage students caught with fake IDs face thousands in legal fees
Electronic Information in Criminal Proceedings: Part 1 - The Constitution Meets Electronic Information in Criminal Matters
Florida could end court fees for kids. Will election-year politics stop it?
Anti-human trafficking measure moves in the Senate
Senate committee OKs bill to support cross-county burglary penalties
Chief Justice Canady to address the Board of Governors January 21
Florida Supreme Court Affirms Prohibition on Diversity Quotas for CLE Programs | National Review
Measure would allow state attorneys to bring motions to vacate based on evidence of innocence
Redemption policies can provide an easy solution to Florida’s labor shortage | Opinion
Board to take up rules governing the emergency suspension of lawyers charged with felonies
Florida juvenile detention: 21-day hold is a problem, law enforcement says
Panel discusses deadline for court filings to be in PDF/A format
Bill to stiffen penalties for firefighter killers clears first committee
Bill would make juvenile confessions inadmissible if obtained by ‘deception’
RULE AMENDMENTS, PLATFORM FOR RESOLVING MINOR CIVIL DISPUTES ON BOARD’S OCTOBER AGENDA
Federal judge blocks key portion of anti-riot law, targets DeSantis and three sheriffs
Florida Gov. DeSantis offering $5,000 incentive for new law enforcement recruits
Is it a crime to forge a vaccine card? And what’s the penalty for using a fake?
'The Impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic on State & Local Courts Study 2021'
'Bethune students guaranteed positions at Florida’s Department of Juvenile Justice'
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