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Category: Drug Charges
Medical Marijuana and DUIs – Are There Special Rules?
January 11, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drug Charges, Drunk Driving/DUI Social Share
Currently, federal law prohibits the use of marijuana. However, 36 states have legalized the use of medical marijuana, including Florida. Florida Medical Marijuana Legalization Initiative, also referred to as Amendment 2, was a constitutional amendment that was approved by 72% of voters on November 8, 2016. Amendment 2 “allows a variety of medical marijuana products, such as food, tinctures, aerosols, …
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GHB Crimes in Florida
October 9, 2021 Don Pumphrey, Jr. College, Criminal Defense, Drug Charges, Sex Crimes Social Share
What is GHB? GHB, scientifically known as gamma-hydroxybutyrate, is a depressant that affects the central nervous system. It is a common “date rape” or “club drug” used to cause symptoms like euphoria, increased sexual libido, decreased critical thinking, dizziness, loss of consciousness, and hallucinations to those who are drugged. While GHB is a chemical produced in the brain and other …
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Bill Proposes Enhanced Penalties for Selling Drugs Near Rehab Facilities
October 7, 2021 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drug Charges Social Share
On September 13, State Representative Scott Plakon filed HB 95 which revises elements that constitute capital offense of first-degree murder, defines “substantial factor,” and prohibits specified activities involving controlled substances within 1,000 feet of mental health facilities. An identical measure, SB 190, was filed the following day by Senator Jason Brodeur. What Would These Bills Do? First, the bills would …
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