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Author: Don Pumphrey, Jr.
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Author: Don Pumphrey, Jr.
What is the Stand Your Ground Law in Florida?
December 21, 2020 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense Social Share

One of the most common questions asked of defense attorneys in hypothetical situations is “when I can defend myself?” The question and the potential answers reflect the politically charged atmosphere surround self-defense laws. In Florida and at least twenty-five other states, the answer is defined by a law called “stand your ground.” Stand your ground laws refer to when and …
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What is White-Collar Crime?
December 14, 2020 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense Social Share

White-collar crime is not a specific umbrella of crimes, such as theft or violence. Instead white-collar crimes are crimes that are perpetrated under specific circumstances. White-collar crimes are generally associated with individuals who don’t have a criminal history, either professionals or organized crime members. This creates confusion for the courts, generally a first offense carries substantial leniency, but the complicated …
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What Constitutes Consent in Florida?
October 13, 2020 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Sex Crimes Social Share

Rape and sexual assault occur almost 50 times every hour in the United States. Often these crimes go unreported, and sometimes there are false reports that undermine the legitimate outcry of victims. Unfortunately, this is one area of the law where the criminal justice system frequently gets it wrong. Rape and sexual assault incidents as well as false allegations are …
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