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Category: News & Announcements
Parkland School Shooting Trial – The Defense Rests its Case
September 21, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share
More information has been published regarding the ongoing trial against Nikolas Cruz, the defendant in the Parkland high school massacre that took place in 2018. Cruz pled guilty to the murder charges in October 2021. Now the decision must be made whether to sentence him to life in prison without parole, or the death penalty. Cruz’s defense team has just …
Read MoreFlorida Officers and Criminal Allegations
September 18, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share
Working as a police officer comes with the responsibility of protecting citizens from any potential crimes. However, there have been instances where police officers are the ones accused of causing harm to others. The Public Corruption Unit from the Broward State Attorney’s Office has charged 40 law enforcement officers with various charges since 2017. In Miami-Dade alone, there have been …
Read MoreFlorida’s Only Officer Convicted of On-Duty Killing in 30 Years
September 18, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share
In nearly 30 years, there has only been one police officer in Florida who has been convicted and sentenced due to an on-duty killing. A former Palm Beach Gardens officer, Nouman Raja, is currently serving a 25-year sentence after shooting and killing Corey Jones. On October 18th, 2015, Raja was working on an auto burglary investigation when he noticed an …
Read MoreFlorida’s Most Notorious Guardian Begins Trial for Elderly Abuse
September 16, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share
A professional guardian is someone who has been court-appointed to take care of elderly citizens and their assets. It is an important job and one that has recently been taken advantage of in Florida. A recent case highlights Florida’s “most notorious guardian” Rebecca Fierle, who is accused of mishandling her wards’ finances, along with abusing them. In one extreme case, …
Read MoreFatal Hit and Run in Pinellas County Results in DUI Manslaughter
September 15, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving/DUI, News & Announcements Social Share
Driving while under the influence can result in extreme consequences in Florida. Aside from potentially harming yourself or others during a car accident, there are also criminal charges that a person can face if caught driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. A recent case in Florida resulted in the death of an innocent bystander on a bike, while …
Read MoreCharlie Adelson Denied Release from Prison
September 15, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share
We continue to cover the details surrounding Dan Markel’s murder and the resulting criminal proceedings. As we’ve previously discussed, Charlie Adelson is one of the remaining suspects who has not yet gone to trial. Just last month, Katherine Magbanua was sentenced for her involvement in the arranged shooting. Now that Charlie Adelson’s trial is approaching, his defense attorney has requested …
Read MoreMan Arrested for Leaving Dead Animals at Parkland Memorial
September 10, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share
It is against the law in Florida to deface or destroy a monument or a burial ground. A local Florida man has recently been arrested after leaving dead animals on the memorial ground for the Parkland Massacre victims, which has resulted in his arrest. We will cover the details of the case, along with explaining the Florida Statute for defacing …
Read MoreMan Found Not Guilty After Accidental Shooting of Friend
September 10, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share
When someone dies, the immediate charge that people think of is murder or homicide. The State has specific laws and penalties for a human being dying, and it differs depending on the specific details of the case. If a human being is killed in an accident, the criminal charge that is often given is manslaughter, which differs from murder charges. …
Read MoreArrest Made in Historic Ice Cream Shop Arson Case
September 8, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Theft/Property Crimes Social Share
I scream, you scream, we all scream for more knowledge on the arson statute in Florida! Arson charges are often complex and taken very seriously in the state of Florida. Whether the incident happened with purpose or resulted from boredom, damaging a dwelling or structure from fire or an explosion can lead to an arson charge. A recent case in …
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Attorney Don Pumphrey, Jr. is a former prosecutor, former law enforcement officer, and a successful and experienced criminal defense attorney. Don has achieved over 100 not guilty verdicts at trial and over 2,000 dismissals.
