Come Back with a Warrant

Episode Summary: In this episode of Come Back with a Warrant, Attorney Michael Gottlieb and host Sean O'Connor delve into the intricacies of police questioning during criminal investigations. Michael, with his extensive experience in defending constitutional rights, sheds light on what prompts law enforcement to question individuals and the potential implications of these interactions. The discuss...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Come Back with a Warrant, Attorney Michael Gottlieb and host Sean O'Connor delve into the intricacies of what prosecutors must prove in a criminal case. Michael, with over three decades of experience in South Florida's courtrooms, explains the process of filing an information and the burden of proving each element beyond a reasonable doubt. The discussion covers...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Come Back with a Warrant, Attorney Michael Gottlieb and host LeAnn Lyon delve into the intricate process that unfolds after a defendant's first court date in Florida. Michael explains the significance of the magistrate court hearing, where bond is set, and the critical period that follows, during which case filing occurs. He emphasizes the importance of hiring a...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Come Back with a Warrant, attorney Michael Gottlieb and host LeAnn Lyon delve into the complexities of federal criminal investigations. They discuss the differences between federal and state cases, highlighting the thoroughness and extended timelines of federal probes, particularly in drug and white-collar crimes. Michael explains how federal investigations ofte...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Come Back With a Warrant, host LeAnn Lyon and attorney Michael Gottlieb explore the complexities of how prior criminal records impact new cases in Florida. Michael, with over three decades of experience and more than 150 jury trials under his belt, explains the state's point system and how prior offenses can lead to mandatory prison sentences. They discuss how m...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Come Back with a Warrant, attorney Michael Gottlieb and host LeAnn Lyon delve into the critical decision-making process between going to trial or accepting a plea in Florida criminal cases. Michael shares his extensive experience from over three decades in the courtroom, explaining the factors that influence whether a case proceeds to trial or is resolved throug...

Episode Summary:  In this episode of Come Back with a Warrant, attorney Michael Gottlieb delves into the complexities of bond and no bond holds within the Florida legal system. Michael discusses the various reasons an individual may be held without bond, such as the severity of charges like those punishable by life (PBL) or higher. He explains the Arthur hearing process and the criteria judges con...

Episode Summary:  In this episode of Come Back with a Warrant, Attorney Michael Gottlieb delves into the intricacies of criminal investigations and the critical role of defense attorneys. Michael, with over three decades of experience in South Florida's legal landscape, explains how individuals often learn they are under investigation and the importance of hiring an attorney early on. He discusses...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Come Back with a Warrant, Attorney Michael Gottlieb delves into the intricacies of identifying weaknesses in criminal cases. He discusses the importance of scrutinizing the prosecution's evidence and how overestimating the state's position can help build a strong defense. Michael explains the three main sources of reasonable doubt: evidence, lack of evidence, an...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Come Back With a Warrant, attorney Michael Gottlieb delves into the intricacies of getting criminal charges dismissed before trial. Michael, with over three decades of experience in South Florida's legal landscape, explains the various strategies employed to prevent charges from being filed or to have them dismissed. He discusses the importance of early interven...

Episode Summary: In this episode of *Come Back with a Warrant* Michael Gottlieb delves into the complexities of state and federal charges. He explains the legal distinctions between the two, focusing on the critical connection to interstate commerce that can turn a state charge into a federal offense. Michael also highlights the investigative disparities, resources involved, and defense strategies...

Episode Summary: Attorney Michael Gottlieb delves into the complexities of Fourth Amendment rights in the digital era, exploring what constitutes a search, how judges determine legality, and the exclusionary rule's impact on evidence admissibility. Gain insights into lawful investigations, constitutional violations, and common exceptions police use during searches, offering valuable knowledge for...

Episode Summary: Explore the intricate world of Florida's drug trafficking laws with Attorney Michael Gottlieb. From understanding minimum mandatory penalties to the concept of constructive possession, this episode offers deep insights into the legal complexities surrounding drug charges. Key Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction 01:30 – Michael's journey into criminal defense 04:15 – The definition of...

Episode Summary: Attorney Michael Gottlieb shares insights into what happens after a person is arrested in Florida, from the initial handcuffing to the first appearance before a judge. He emphasizes the importance of knowing and exercising constitutional rights, such as remaining silent and requesting an attorney. Michael also highlights common mistakes individuals make during the first 24 hours p...