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Tallahassee Double Shooting Results in 16-Year-Old’s Arrest

July 17, 2023 Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes

Law enforcement and the State Attorney’s Office are reviewing case details from a double shooting at a Tallahassee McDonald’s to determine if a 16-year-old suspect will be protected under Florida’s “Stand Your Ground” law from defending himself from another shooter. This page will provide the case details along with its relative charges, importance of criminal defense for juveniles, and explain …

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Recent Drug Busts in Tallahassee

July 17, 2023 Criminal Defense, Drug Charges, News & Announcements

Florida takes a harsh stance against controlled substances. Those involved in the sale or distribution of unlawful substances may face prosecution in both State and Federal court for drug trafficking. The following lists two recent drug busts in Tallahassee along with relative information on drug trafficking in Florida. Case Details Operation Agua Azul – The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office has …

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LCSO Arrests Man for Sexual Assault of a Minor

July 17, 2023 Sex Crimes

A person who commits a sex crime against a minor will face serious penalties if the accused person is convicted. A recent LCSO arrest highlights the charges that a person can face for engaging in sexual activity with a minor. This article will provide the LSCO case details, relative charges, and additional penalties for a person convicted of sex crimes …

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Florida’s Ninth Judicial Circuit Court Leads in Most Felony Charges Dropped Against Minors

July 17, 2023 Criminal Defense, Juvenile Offenses

A recent report released by Florida’s Department of Juvenile Justice has caused additional backlash against the Orange and Osceola County’s State Attorney’s Office. The report highlights the percentage of juvenile cases which are not prosecuted or dropped. While juveniles are usually given more lenient consequences for crimes, the high percentage of juveniles who are not prosecuted for violent crimes has …

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Florida’s First Phone-Related Distracted Driving Case Goes to Trial

July 17, 2023 Criminal Defense

A Florida man recently received the maximum sentence after pursuing the first-ever texting and driving case that went to trial in Florida. The Florida man convicted of vehicular homicide was sentenced to 30 years in prison after being convicted of the deadly crash that resulted in the loss of a family’s young son. This article will provide the case details …

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Mother of Teen Defendant Sentenced for Tampering with Evidence

June 9, 2023 Criminal Defense, News & Announcements

A previous blog post covered the details of a 14-year-old defendant, Aiden Fucci, who was charged as an adult with first-degree murder. The charges arose after law enforcement discovered the gruesome death of a 13-year-old girl named Tristyn Bailey. Fucci allegedly stabbed the young girl 114 times. Fucci’s mother, Crystal Lane Smith, was also charged in connection with the murder. …

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The New Concealed Carry Rules Under House Bill 543

June 9, 2023 Criminal Defense

April 2023 marked the signing of Florida’s new concealed carry bill. Governor Ron DeSantis signed HB 543 aimed to strengthen the Second Amendment right to bear arms by allowing Floridians—and certain non-Floridians—the ability to carry a concealed weapon or firearm on their person. Although “concealed carry” is not quite the same as “open carry,” it is important to understand what …

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Current Leon County Arrests for Child Pornography

June 9, 2023 Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes

Child pornography cases can destroy a defendant’s life. Given the nature of the offense, the penalties are harsh and long-lasting. A person convicted of a child pornography offense may be sentenced to prison, be forced to pay high-cost fines, and become a registered sex offender for the remainder of their life. Each accusation of child pornography possession should be taken …

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Attorney General Ashley Moody Releases Cybercrime and Senior’s Guide

June 9, 2023 Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Social Media

As May marks the Older Americans and Elder Law Month, Attorney General Ashley Moody released a guide to educate and warn senior citizens of the dangers of cybercrimes. The guide lists the most common schemes against elderly Floridians online, along with helpful tips on how to spot, report, and avoid falling victim to an online scheme. The following is a …

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