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September 14, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes Social Share

When an individual under the age of 18 gets arrested for a crime, it is likely that they will go through the juvenile criminal process. However, in some extreme cases, a juvenile can be tried as an adult. A recent case in Florida involving three people under the age of 18 may be heading to criminal court, not juvenile. We …

September 10, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share

It is against the law in Florida to deface or destroy a monument or a burial ground. A local Florida man has recently been arrested after leaving dead animals on the memorial ground for the Parkland Massacre victims, which has resulted in his arrest. We will cover the details of the case, along with explaining the Florida Statute for defacing …

September 10, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense Social Share

It is no secret that Florida is extremely hot—with a year-round summer, you can almost always guarantee that it’s going to be hot and sunny in the “Sunshine State.” While there are definite benefits to warm weather year-round, there are inevitably cons as well. One of the biggest issues with Florida’s heat is when it comes to hot vehicles. Specifically, …

September 10, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share

When someone dies, the immediate charge that people think of is murder or homicide. The State has specific laws and penalties for a human being dying, and it differs depending on the specific details of the case. If a human being is killed in an accident, the criminal charge that is often given is manslaughter, which differs from murder charges. …

September 10, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drug Charges, Theft/Property Crimes Social Share

When someone is accused of stealing an item or property belonging to someone else, it is considered a theft crime. In Florida, theft crimes can range from petit theft to grand theft, depending on the value of the stolen property. Theft penalties are more severe for high-value stolen property. Under Florida law, it is against the law to steal any …

September 10, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes Social Share

Second-degree murder is a charge designated when a person dies without the initial intention of killing them, or without “premeditation.” Even if the accused individual did not plan on killing someone else, if the victim dies it can still result in very serious consequences. There are additional charges for a murder that takes place during another crime, which is referred …

September 10, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes Social Share

It is illegal to take sexual advantage of another person, regardless of their age. In the state of Florida, the consequences of sexual battery are severe. The penalties can be even harsher if the victim is a minor under the age of 18. A recent case highlights the charges imposed on individuals who took advantage of a 14-year-old girl. We …

September 10, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes Social Share

Obscenity is a term whose definition changes and fluctuates with the times. In decades past, the shirtless or sports-bra-wearing models posing in the front of grocery store fitness magazines could have been deemed obscene. The litmus test for obscenity generally follows the culture that the materials are found in. A struggle has always existed between the desire to keep a …

September 10, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense Social Share

There are many reasons why police officers may confiscate, obtain, seize, or otherwise collect someone’s property during the course of a criminal investigation and proceeding. But, once the case is over, who gets to keep the property? Does law enforcement have a duty to return seized property? In this blog post, we will cover all the necessary details regarding law …