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The Deal with Driving High in Florida

January 14, 2023 Criminal Defense, Drug Charges, Drunk Driving/DUI

Law enforcement across the nation is on the same page when it comes to driving under the influence of alcohol—it’s against the law. However, there is more of a discussion when it comes to driving under the influence of marijuana or cannabis. Several states have made recreational marijuana use legal, while Florida has made it legal for medical purposes. This …

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Art Teacher Faces Charges for Overdosing in Front of Students

January 14, 2023 Criminal Defense, Drone Law, News & Announcements

Getting caught with the possession of an illegal substance has harsh consequences in the state of Florida. This is especially true if illegal substances were found in an environment with children present. A recent case in the U.S. shows the charges a New Jersey teacher is facing after overdosing on fentanyl in his middle school classroom. This article will provide …

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Text Messages of Husband’s Affair Leads to Child Abuse Charges

January 11, 2023 Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes

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 …

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Murder Charges for Killing Pregnant Mother and Unborn Child

January 11, 2023 Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes

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 …

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Hillsborough County Deputy Arrested for Selling Edibles to Inmates

January 11, 2023 Criminal Defense, Drug Charges

When an individual is caught with the possession of illegal substances, depending on the substance the state may try to prosecute to the full extent. This is especially true when illegal substances are sold to others. In a recent Florida case, a jail deputy has been arrested for selling controlled substances to jail inmates. This article will provide the case …

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18-Year-Old Foster Runaway Charged with Sex Trafficking a Minor

January 11, 2023 Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes

An 18-year-old in Broward County has been arrested and charged with sex trafficking a minor to pay for food and shelter after the two ran away from their foster home. This article will share the details from the case along with a recent and intensive investigation on human trafficking in Florida and how victims of human trafficking may be able …

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Full Sail Student Arrested for Mass Shooting Threat to LGBTQ Community

January 9, 2023 Criminal Defense, Juvenile Offenses, Violent Crimes

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 …

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Marion County Citizen Charged with Animal Cruelty after Neighbor’s Pets are Poisoned

January 9, 2023 Criminal Defense, News & Announcements

Animal cruelty is no small offense, likely to come with harsh consequences if convicted in the state of Florida. In one recent case, a Marion County man has been arrested for allegedly poisoning the pets in his neighborhood. This article will provide information from the case, along with charges for animal cruelty in Florida, and the importance of expert witnesses. …

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Monroe County Judge Dismisses 50 Counts from Illegal Lobster Harvesting Case

January 9, 2023 Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Theft/Property Crimes

Fishing is a popular hobby in Florida, especially in the Keys. However, there are specific rules and regulations for harvesting lobster in Florida. If violated, a person can be fined, or potentially face criminal charges. A recent case in the Keys involves two men who were accused of setting up illegal lobster traps, along with other violations. One of the …

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