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Category: Criminal Defense

Hillsborough County Man Found Guilty in Girlfriend Stabbing Case

November 19, 2022 Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes

We previously covered the murder trial for Matthew Terry, who was accused of stabbing his girlfriend to death last year in Hillsborough County. The trial just came to an end, as the jury came to a unanimous decision in declaring the defendant guilty of first-degree murder. Prosecutors cannot normally rely on a defendant’s prior convictions to determine if they are …

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Orlando Music Festival Results in Multiple Theft Arrests

November 19, 2022 Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Theft/Property Crimes

Music festivals are back in full force – which means that festival goers should be aware of any illegal activity that takes place at such an event. The Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) is a music event that takes place in Orlando each fall. This year, multiple attendees reported incidents of theft. This article will provide details from the festival, along …

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Potential Juror Misconduct in Death Penalty Retrial

November 17, 2022 Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes

At the beginning of the year, we covered Peter Avsenew’s trial—specifically how the Supreme Court overturned the defendant’s death sentence in the trial for two gruesome murders. The most recent incident to occur with the trial is the defense filing a motion for a new trial after accusing the jury of misconduct. This article will cover the details of the …

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85lbs of Stolen Shrimp Leads to Felony Charges

November 17, 2022 Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Theft/Property Crimes

In Florida, it is illegal to enter someone else’s property. It is also against the law to steal someone else’s property or belongings. Criminal charges for this behavior can result in a burglary charge, among others. A recent Florida case highlights the outcome of a man committing a burglary. We will provide details about the case, along with information on …

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Teen Faces Murder Charges After Death of Pregnant Minor

November 15, 2022 Criminal Defense, Juvenile Offenses, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes

A 16-year-old pregnant teen that was reported missing by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children was found shot and killed in Orange County. A 17-year-old has been arrested for the crime and is waiting to hear if they will be charged as an adult. We will provide the details of the case, along with helpful information on juvenile …

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State Fears OnlyFans Suspect Will Flee Before Trial

November 15, 2022 Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes

A new update has occurred in the case against OnlyFans model Courtney Clenney. The 26-year-old was arrested and charged with killing her boyfriend, Christian “Toby” Obumseli, after a heated argument took place in their Miami home. Clenney had already been extradited to Miami from Hawaii for the initial arrest, but now prosecutors fear that if let out of jail, the …

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State Attorney Upgrades Charges in Tallahassee Shooting Case

November 11, 2022 Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes

A recent shooting that took place in Tallahassee resulted in eight people injured and one person killed. The case is ongoing with the Tallahassee Police Department, and four people have been arrested so far in relation to the mass shooting. We will provide details about the case, along with information on second-degree murder and attempted second-degree murder in Florida. What …

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Disorderly Conduct in Florida – Social Media Influencer Arrested in Miami Beach

November 11, 2022 Criminal Defense

A social media influencer with over 9 million Instagram followers was arrested in Miami while on vacation. The internet star allegedly committed battery on a police officer, which is taken very seriously in Florida. We will provide details on the case, along with information about Battery on a Police Officer and Disorderly Conduct charges in Florida. What was the Incident? …

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DUI Manslaughter Charges After 5-Year-Old Dies in Crash

November 11, 2022 Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving/DUI

Getting arrested for a DUI has harsh consequences, especially if the other parties involved in the crash become injured or killed. Florida prosecutors take DUI charges extremely seriously and a DUI conviction can seriously impact the rest of your life. A recent case in Florida details how quickly a DUI charge can go from bad to worse when the victims …

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