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April 30, 2024 Don Pumphrey, Jr. College, Criminal Defense Social Share

Over the last several years, electric scooters have made their way into the state of Florida with a substantial impact. Also referred to as e-scooters, the alternative transportation option first became legal in the state of Florida in June 2019 with the signing of HB 453 titled, “Micromobility Devices.” Florida considers micromobility devices as motorized transportation device that are available …

April 9, 2024 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving/DUI, News & Announcements Social Share

There are certain instances in which law enforcement conduct a traffic stop operation to prevent accidents and apprehend those who get behind the wheel of a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances. This can include during school breaks or holidays expected to have excessive drinking. In Hillsborough County, the sheriff’s office recently conducted a traffic stop …

April 9, 2024 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Sex Crimes Social Share

Research from the Stanford Internet Observatory found that generative AI is responsible for creating more child sexual abuse material (CSAM). However, prosecuting these types of cases can be difficult when the illegal content has been digitally made. This is due to the current laws against CSAM that require a real image of a child to prosecute the person responsible. “Bad …

April 9, 2024 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense Social Share

The use of artificial intelligence is rapidly increasing in various fields across the globe. One area that is starting to become affected by artificial intelligence is the field of criminal justice. While artificial intelligence has the potential to help law enforcement and other legal jurisdictions with issues such as facial recognition and crime forecasting, it is still relatively new and …

April 9, 2024 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drug Charges, News & Announcements Social Share

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 …

April 9, 2024 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share

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 …

April 9, 2024 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense Social Share

The criminal justice system in Florida requires representation in the form of both a defense attorney and a prosecutor. The prosecutor’s responsibility includes assessing, presenting, and explaining evidence obtained in a criminal case. The State holds the burden of proving a defendant’s guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. When a lawyer is suspected of violating any of the rules outlined in …

April 9, 2024 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Juvenile Offenses, News & Announcements Social Share

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 …

April 9, 2024 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense Social Share

State and Federal judges are considered highly regarded officials in the realm of criminal justice. Due to the deciding factors a judge has in a criminal case, there are instances where a defendant may attempt to retaliate in the form of a written threat. It’s very important to stress that threatening any State or Federal official can result in additional …