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Suspect Connected to Drug Overdoses in Leon County Arrested
July 22, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drug Charges, News & Announcements Social Share
Two individuals in Leon County have now been arrested and charged with multiple counts of drug possession and trafficking. After the Leon County Sheriff’s Office’s Narcotics Unit obtained a warrant during a drug investigation, they found two people with a large quantity of drugs in their possession. Now that the two individuals have been arrested, we will cover the details …
Read MoreUpdated Information on the Gaetz and Greenberg Case
July 22, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share
Middle District of Florida Judge Gregory Presnell has set the sentencing date for Seminole County Tax Collector Joel Greenberg, which is set for December 1st, 2022. Greenberg was arrested and charged with multiple crimes, and has now pleaded guilty to six corruption charges and one charge of sex trafficking a minor. U.S. Representative Matt Gaetz is also being investigated for …
Read MoreHow the Supreme Court’s “Single Homicide Rule” is Impacting the Tanner Dashner Case
July 19, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Drunk Driving/DUI, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share
A Florida judge has sentenced 24-year-old Tanner Dashner to over 70 years in prison for a fatal car crash that went up in flames and killed five people in 2018. However, the judge only used the charges for DUI manslaughter instead of also including the additional charges of vehicular homicide that the state wished to prosecute. We will cover the …
Read MoreDeath Penalty Removed from Florida Rapper’s Case
July 15, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share
Jamell Demons, also known as popular Florida rapper YNW Melly, was charged with two counts of first-degree murder over a shooting that took place in 2018. We mentioned Demons in a previous article about upcoming death penalty cases in Broward County. Now the rapper is back in the news, this time because a judge ruled that he will no longer …
Read MoreNew Surveillance Tactic in Florida – Is it Unconstitutional?
July 12, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share
There is a new form of surveillance tactic that is being used by Florida police, which collects data digitally for investigating crimes. While it seems beneficial to the authorities, many are calling the new technology a violation of privacy by spying on everyday citizens. Some even claim it is in direct violation of the constitution. Based on information from the …
Read MoreRoe v. Wade Overturned – What it Means for Florida
July 7, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. News & Announcements Social Share
When information from the Supreme Court’s attempt to overturn the right to a legal abortion in early May, there was opposition across the entire nation. Roe v. Wade had been written into law and upheld for almost half a century, and as of June 24th, 2022, it no longer exists. In a historic and controversial decision, the Supreme Court voted …
Read MoreNew Supreme Court Ruling for the Miranda Rights – What it Means for Florida
July 7, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share
Continuing with the long list of Supreme Court rulings is a new rule regarding the Miranda Rights. The Miranda rights are the set of rights an individual has after getting arrested or interviewed by the police. The Miranda rights are a pillar of American policing, which is commonly heard in movies or on TV. Included in the Miranda Rights are …
Read MoreTikTok “Orbeez Challenge” Continues – More Teens Arrested
July 7, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Juvenile Offenses, News & Announcements Social Share
TikTok has caused another incident in Florida, this time resulting in almost 25 people getting shot at. We have written about the Orbeez Challenge in the past, and it appears the trend is still ongoing with teens using the social media platform. What started as two young boys playing a prank has turned into serious criminal charges, including a felony …
Read MoreNew Florida Law Cracks Down on Organized Retail Theft
July 7, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Theft/Property Crimes Social Share
The newest bill signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis is taking aim at the rise of retail theft in the state. The measure is designated to crack down on what State Attorney Ashley Moody has called “organized retail crime.” Under SB 1534, harsher penalties will be invoked on individuals who are caught stealing. The new bill will now make it a …
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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.
