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Category: News & Announcements

Bill to Ban Delta-8 Products Heads to DeSantis’ Desk

April 9, 2024 Criminal Defense, Drug Charges, News & Announcements

Another piece of proposed legislation sent to the Governor’s office could change the framework of Florida’s current hemp industry. If it passes, SB 1698 will prevent stores from manufacturing and selling products containing delta-8 THC, along with limiting products that are derived from hemp. This page aims to provide information on the substance delta-8 THC, the legal changes that will …

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NFL and Crime

April 9, 2024 Criminal Defense, News & Announcements

The National Football League (NFL) recently averaged around 17.9 million viewers, embedding it as a central part of American society. While people love to cheer on their favorite teams and players, what is the reality when an NFL player is accused or even convicted of a criminal offense? This page will provide statistics on football players accused of crime, the …

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Underage Spring Break Arrests in 2024

April 9, 2024 Criminal Defense, Juvenile Offenses, News & Announcements

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 …

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Will the Supreme Court Allow Resentencing for a Florida Inmate Over a Broken Promise?

April 9, 2024 Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes

There are multiple reasons why a judge may allow a resentencing phase for a criminal case. This can include the prosecutor initiating resentencing, new evidence or legal developments, or changes in sentencing laws. One Florida inmate, however, is attempting to request a resentencing of his death penalty case based on a promise made to the victim’s mother. This page will …

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FDLE’s Operation Kessel Run

April 9, 2024 Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Sex Crimes

A recent undercover operation led by multiple legal agencies has ended with a dozen suspects arrested for their attempt to travel to meet a minor. This page will provide details from the investigation, common charges committed against children online, and information on Florida’s potential social media bill. Details on Multi-Agency Investigation A multiday operation conducted by the Florida Department of …

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What Criminal Justice Bills Passed the 2024 Florida Legislative Session?

April 9, 2024 Criminal Defense, News & Announcements

With the recent ending of the 2024 Florida Legislative Session, a portion of the criminal justice bills introduced have passed. Once Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signs the legislation into the law, it will go into effect later this year. This page will provide information on the legislative session as well as listing several criminal justice bills that made it through …

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Proposed Florida Bill for the Retention of Sexual Offense Evidence

March 20, 2024 Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Sex Crimes

A proposed Senate Bill is making its way through the Florida Legislature. SB 764 aims to extend the period that evidence relating to a sex crime is maintained by law enforcement. Currently, the law provides that the evidence “must be retained…until the prosecuting agency has approved its destruction.” However, the proposed bill would require law enforcement to keep the records …

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University of Miami Fraternity Under Investigation after Hazing Video Goes Viral

March 20, 2024 College, College Student Disciplinary Hearing, Criminal Defense, News & Announcements

A recent video of University of Miami (UM) students has gone viral after depicting an alleged hazing incident. The video took place on UM’s campus and showed several students chugging milk and then spitting it back up onto another student in the trash can. While not technically a violent incident, the conduct is still being investigated by the university as …

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Potential Florida Bill to Reduce How Long Criminal Records Can Impact Obtaining Certain Licenses

March 20, 2024 Criminal Defense, News & Announcements

The Florida Senate has voted in favor of new legislation that would lower the period a person previously convicted of a nonviolent crime is required to wait before being eligible for the proper licensing to practice as a barber or cosmetologist. If the proposed bill passes into law, it will mean a person with a nonviolent conviction that took place …

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