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December 21, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes Social Share

In the state of Florida, it is against the law to have in possession or attempt to promote, any image or video containing the sexual conduct of a minor. Prosecutors will likely try to secure the harshest punishments for anyone accused of such an offense. This page will cover the State laws on promoting the sexual performances of a child …

December 18, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Theft/Property Crimes, Violent Crimes Social Share

In the state of Florida, carjackings are prosecuted harshly due to their violent nature. While many things can go wrong with a Tinder date— carjacking is not typically the first thing that comes to mind. However, in a recent Florida case, a woman has been arrested after being accused of planning to carjack her Tinder date. This article will provide …

December 18, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Theft/Property Crimes Social Share

In the state of Florida, it is unlawful for any person to enter a school’s grounds or campus without permission. When entering a school, the person or visitor must first register with the administration. If a person fails to do so, they could potentially be charged with trespassing. This article will provide an example case of trespassing, along with helpful …

December 13, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes Social Share

When an adult inappropriately touches a minor, one of the charges they may be faced with is lewd and lascivious behavior. In the state of Florida, there are different variations of the lewd and lascivious charges depending on the specific details of the case. A Central Florida mentor has recently been arrested for lewd and lascivious behavior after being accused …

December 13, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share

When a person gets arrested for causing damages to property, it can result in several different charges in Florida. However, when there is fire involved, the accused person will most likely be charged with arson. Arson occurs when a person purposefully sets fire to a building or structure. In a recent Florida case, a man in Hernando County lit a …

December 9, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes Social Share

Accidental shootings are tragic and unfortunate incidents that can come with harsh penalties in the state of Florida. Manslaughter charges are less severe than first-degree murder charges but can still have life-altering outcomes. A recent case in Florida highlights the dangers of accidentally shooting someone, as a Brevard County deputy was shot and killed by a fellow off-duty deputy. What …

December 9, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes Social Share

Warning: This article contains graphic descriptions of sexual conduct. Florida Legislature has made it illegal for citizens to engage in any sexual activity with animals. Often referred to as “bestiality,” these types of charges can have serious consequences if the accused person is convicted. A recent case in Florida highlights the charges that can come with bestiality accusations after a …

December 9, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. College, Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Sex Crimes Social Share

When it comes to sex crimes, the state of Florida prosecutes cases harshly. This is especially true when the sex crimes involve minors. A person who is accused of possessing or distributing child pornography can lead to extensive penalties that could last the rest of their life. In a recent Florida case, a University of Florida athlete has been indefinitely …

December 8, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Theft/Property Crimes, Violent Crimes Social Share

Attempted murder charges are taken extremely seriously in the state of Florida. If the prosecution can prove that the defendant had premeditated the attempted murder, the accused could spend the rest of their life in prison. In a recent case, a Florida man was arrested for attempted murder over a bottle of cologne. This article will provide details from the …