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March 20, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving/DUI, News & Announcements Social Share

Broward Sheriff Gregory Tony gave a news conference on March 9th, 2023 addressing the efforts being made to crack down on street racing in South Florida. According to the report, Sheriff Tony warned citizens to “quit your antics” involving reckless driving, street racing, and intersection takeover crews. Since January, the Sheriff’s Office has seen an uptick in reckless driving in …

March 16, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share

In criminal cases involving minors, the consequences of a conviction can be extremely harsh. This is especially true for alleged sex crimes against children. In one recent Florida case, a Miami Beach doctor has been charged with human trafficking—along with several other charges—for soliciting teenage girls for sex. This page will provide the details from the case, along with helpful …

March 15, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Sex Crimes, Social Media Social Share

Sexual cyberharassment, or “revenge porn,” is the act of sharing or distributing sexually explicit images or videos of another person without their consent. This may occur if the person wants to embarrass, humiliate, or harm the depicted person. In Florida, revenge porn is an unlawful act, and can result in criminal charges. Violations of Florida law can result in criminal …

March 14, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share

A new bill has been introduced to the Florida Legislation regarding the prohibition of deposition in certain criminal cases. Depositions are used as a way to gather information prior to trial. The bill has resulted in mixed responses. This article will explain the importance of depositions, cover the details of SB 1208, and provide responses to the proposed law. What …

March 14, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share

Although Florida is considered a relatively lenient state when it comes to purchasing and owning a gun, there has been much debate over the bill passed in 2018. Under SB 7026, it became illegal for any person under 21 to legally purchase a firearm. Despite challenges from the NRA, the 11th Circuit Court has just upheld the ruling. This article …

March 11, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share

Getting into an encounter with the police is already a heightened situation. Circumstances where officers use force while apprehending a suspect often raise questions about the rights and ethics regarding the scenario. While law enforcement is given the right to use force in certain situations, at what point is it too far? In one recent case in Miami, several police …

March 1, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Social Media, Violent Crimes Social Share

Two weeks after several middle school students were arrested for making mass shooting depictions on TikTok, a Manatee County judge has determined there is no probable cause to continue detaining the preteens. However, they are potentially facing felony charges for written or online threats of mass shootings. This page will provide details from the case, along with information pertaining to …

March 1, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drug Charges, News & Announcements, Probation Violation Social Share

In certain circumstances, a person arrested for a criminal offense may be offered bail or a pretrial release. However, such an offer comes with usually strict rules that the defendant must follow. If any of the terms of bail are violated, it could result in the defendant being taken back into custody. In a recent case in Broward County, rapper …

February 27, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share

Two years after it was first addressed, the proposed EAGLES Act has been reintroduced in Congress by a group of U.S. Senators. The law aims to prevent future acts of mass violence by creating assessment measures for schools. This page will provide details on the bill, along with the criminal charges for threatening a mass shooting or mass violence in …