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January 4, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Sex Crimes, Violent Crimes Social Share

President Biden has recently signed a new federal law that will prohibit non-disclosure agreements that have previously been used to silence the victims of sexual harassment and sexual assault. Several years after the initial “#MeToo Movement,” the Speak Out Act is meant to prevent censorship for victims of sexual abuse so that they can come forward with their stories—something that …

December 30, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share

Florida’s Legislative session normally takes place early in the year, but when pressing issues come up or when there isn’t enough time to deal with some topics, our legislation holds special sessions later in the year. While this year our legislation passed and amended various laws during regular and special sessions, a few laws aren’t taking effect until the beginning …

December 22, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. News & Announcements Social Share

A former Florida university student has been convicted and sentenced after being accused of grooming and using a computer to entice a minor to engage in prohibited sexual activity. This article will provide information from a recent case in Florida, along with information on the relevant criminal charges in Florida. What was the Incident? Former Florida Atlantic University (FAU) student …

December 13, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share

When a person gets arrested for causing damages to property, it can result in several different charges in Florida. However, when there is fire involved, the accused person will most likely be charged with arson. Arson occurs when a person purposefully sets fire to a building or structure. In a recent Florida case, a man in Hernando County lit a …

December 9, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. College, Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Sex Crimes Social Share

When it comes to sex crimes, the state of Florida prosecutes cases harshly. This is especially true when the sex crimes involve minors. A person who is accused of possessing or distributing child pornography can lead to extensive penalties that could last the rest of their life. In a recent Florida case, a University of Florida athlete has been indefinitely …

December 5, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share

Austin Harrouff was accused of brutally killing two people and seriously injuring one other in a seemingly random murder case in 2016. After years of gathering evidence and seeking the analysis of mental health experts, a Florida judge has just accepted a plea deal and ruled the defendant as not guilty by reason of insanity.   This article will cover …

December 3, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share

In the state of Florida, there are penalties put into place for individuals who choose to not abide by the rules or regulations created to prevent pollution. In addition to civil citations, a person may be faced with criminal charges for willful disregard for the environment. There have been two recent cases in South Florida—specifically Biscayne Bay—of willful disregard for …

December 3, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share

Broward Sheriff’s Office has made three arrests in a case involving multiple anti-Semitic messages displayed through a Florida neighborhood. Although the suspects are minors, they are being charged with felony charges due to the hate crime enhancement penalties in the State. This article will provide details pertaining to the Weston case, along with information on criminal mischief charges, antisemitism in …

December 2, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share

A shooting took place on FAMU’s Tallahassee campus over Thanksgiving weekend, which resulted in four injuries and one fatality. This article will provide details from the case along with information on FAMU’s resources. What was the Incident? Four people were injured, and one was killed on November 27th, 2022 outside FAMU’s Hansel Tookes Student Recreation Center on campus. There have …