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How Long Can Police Detain Me Without Arresting Me?

What you should know under Florida law—and why having a private defense lawyer matters from the start When can the police temporarily hold you? Under Florida Statute § 901.151, officers are allowed to briefly detain someone if they have “reasonable suspicion” that the person has committed, is committing, or is about to commit a crime.” The statute makes clear:… Read more »