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December 4, 2025 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Juvenile Offenses Social Share

Florida’s 5th District Court of Appeal found that a juvenile driving double the speed limit, in the dark, without an adult in the car despite only having a learner’s permit, committed vehicular homicide when he caused a fatal crash. In Florida, vehicular homicide (Fla. Stat. 782.071) is a very serious felony offense. For someone to be found guilty, the State …

December 4, 2025 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drug Charges, Juvenile Offenses Social Share

Florida’s 1st District Court of Appeal held that even though there were multiple other passengers in the vehicle, the substance was in plain view in an area over which the juvenile had exclusive control. In Florida, someone may be arrested and charged with possession of a controlled substance or drug paraphernalia even if this was not found in their actual …

December 4, 2025 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Juvenile Offenses Social Share

Florida’s 1st District of Appeal ruled that even though a juvenile drove a vehicle after he had been drinking, exceeded the speed limit, and swerved off the road, he could not be found guilty of vehicular homicide. In Florida, vehicular homicide is a very serious offense. For someone to be found guilty, the State must prove the following beyond a …

October 23, 2025 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Juvenile Offenses Social Share

A top Florida court reversed a juvenile’s conviction for attempted armed robbery after finding his Miranda rights were violated by law enforcement. In Florida, suspects of all ages must be notified of their Miranda rights before they are subject to custodial interrogation. Miranda rights are named for Miranda v. Arizona, 384 U.S. 436 (1966), a landmark U.S. Supreme Court case …

April 9, 2024 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Juvenile Offenses, News & Announcements Social Share

As the month of March progresses, so has the number of arrests made for Florida Spring Breakers. While people of all ages and backgrounds head to Florida for sunshine and beaches this month, law enforcement are on high alert for suspected criminal activity. Teenagers and young adults under 21 should be especially wary this Spring Break. Although not yet considered …

March 19, 2024 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Juvenile Offenses, Social Media Social Share

Page Updated April 30, 2024 A potential Florida bill has just one more stop before it legally prohibits minors from certain social media platforms. Referred to as HB 1, the initial proposed legislation passed in both the House and the Senate, meaning it only needed to be signed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis before codified into law. The bill is …

March 6, 2024 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Juvenile Offenses, Violent Crimes Social Share

When a person in Florida is believed to pose a danger to themselves or to others, they may be required to abide by certain restrictions under the State’s Red Flag Law. Florida Courts provide that only law enforcement can request a court to enter a Risk Protection Order against someone who they believe to be a threat. While the legislation …

November 22, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving/DUI, Juvenile Offenses Social Share

Driving under the influence (DUI) of drugs or alcohol is extremely dangerous to yourself and others on the road. Not only can you cause property damage and serious injuries, but accidents caused by drunk drivers can also lead to the unexpected and untimely death of innocent victims. In the state of Florida, this is considered DUI manslaughter. DUI manslaughter has …

November 22, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Juvenile Offenses Social Share

Florida law prohibits any weapons or firearms from being brought onto school property. It does not matter if it is during school hours or an after-hours school event, weapons are prohibited. The Florida School Search Reference Guide explains that, despite the Fourth Amendment prohibiting the unreasonable search and seizure of a person, the unique nature of a public-school environment and …