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February 17, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes Social Share

A former basketball player for the Orlando Magic is set to hear his sentencing for a 2021 murder case. Although the offense did not take place in Florida, this article will provide the case details along with information pertinent to the same criminal charges in Florida. What was the Incident? Former NBA player Keith Damon Appling, 31, has pleaded guilty …

February 6, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes, Violent Crimes Social Share

One of the most common pieces of evidence which can result in criminal charges is the existence of DNA. At the scene of a crime, law enforcement and crime scene specialists are required to collect any possible traces of DNA. The collected DNA can be traced to an individual who has previously given their DNA due to specific crimes they …

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

When it comes to competitive sports, it is not uncommon for things to get heated in the midst of the game. However, it does not give athletes the right to become violent toward others. In a recent case from Miami, a soccer player is now facing battery charges after allegedly committing battery against one of his referees. This article will …

January 23, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes Social Share

Any type of murder charge should be taken very seriously. In Florida, criminal charges for homicide crimes can range from manslaughter, felony murder, second-degree murder, and first-degree murder. In one recent Broward County case, a man has been charged with second-degree murder after killing his co-worker with a sledgehammer. This article will provide information regarding the case, along with relative …

January 22, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share

As the murder trial approaches for defendant Sarah Boone, her defense attorneys have stated that their client will be using the Battered Spouse Syndrome as a defense to her boyfriend’s death in 2020. This article will provide details regarding the case, along with relevant information on Battered Spouse Syndrome, charges for domestic violence, and an example case. What is Battered …

January 14, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drug Charges, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share

When a person is charged with manslaughter, they are accused of being responsible for the death of another person, albeit without the premeditation element which would make it a murder charge. Depending on the circumstances of the case, a person can be charged with aggravated manslaughter, which comes with more severe penalties. In a recent Florida case, two individuals have …

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

When an individual is accused of inappropriately touching a child, there are several different charges they may face in Florida. One of those includes lewd and lascivious charges. In one recent Florida case, a couple has been arrested for incriminating text messages discussing the sexual abuse of a toddler. This article will provide details from the recent case, along with …

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

When a pregnant woman is killed in the state of Florida, the defendant can face murder charges for both the mother and the unborn child. In a recent Florida case, an Orange County man has been charged with first-degree murder and killing of an unborn child by injury to the mother. This article will provide details from the case, along …

January 9, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Juvenile Offenses, Violent Crimes Social Share

Making a threat of a mass shooting—even if it is considered a joke—can result in serious state and federal criminal charges. A young man from Winter Park has recently been arrested after posting a false mass shooting threat online, resulting in federal charges. This article will provide information on the recent case, along with information on state and federal charges …