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13 New Florida Criminal Laws Going Into Effect in 2025
September 23, 2025 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share
In Florida, many new criminal laws are going into effect on October 1, 2025. Some of these laws create entirely new crimes, while others increase penalties for existing crimes. This article will discuss those laws. #1 – HB 113 – Fleeing/Eluding Police HB 113 increases the penalties for those accused of fleeing/eluding law enforcement. Fleeing/eluding a law enforcement officer in …
Read MoreSolicitation of a Child to Engage in an Act That Constitutes Sexual Battery By a Person in Familial or Custodial Authority in Florida
September 23, 2025 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes Social Share
In Florida, sexual battery by a person in familial or custodial authority is a very serious offense, carrying a sentence of up to life in prison. But a related criminal offense that may be charged is solicitation of a child (under age 18) to engage in an act constituting sexual battery (Fla. Stat. 794.011(8)(a)). Though this offense is not well …
Read MoreFAQs About Petty Theft in Florida
September 23, 2025 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Theft/Property Crimes Social Share
In Florida, petit (petty) theft is a serious criminal offense. Even though it is commonly viewed as “not that serious,” petit theft can carry significant penalties if someone is found guilty, including jail or even prison time and hefty fines. When it comes to discussions about petit theft, there are common misunderstandings about what it is and the differences between …
Read MoreHarmful Communication to a Minor in Florida
September 23, 2025 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes Social Share
In Florida, Harmful Communication to a Minor is a little-known law (Fla. Stat. 847.01385). However, this crime may be charged in cases where a defendant’s communications with a minor does not constitute actual solicitation for sex, but does involve repeated and intentional verbal or written descriptions of unlawful sexual acts. This blog will discuss Florida’s new law prohibiting “harmful communication …
Read MoreFAQs About Lewd or Lascivious Molestation in Florida
September 23, 2025 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes Social Share
In Florida, lewd or lascivious molestation is one of the state’s four “lewd or lascivious” sex offenses that carry significant criminal penalties. However, the crime of lewd or lascivious molestation is not widely known and is often confused with other sex crimes. This article will answer frequently asked questions about lewd or lascivious molestation in Florida (Fla. Stat. 800.04(5)). #1 …
Read MoreFAQs About Attempted Manslaughter by Act in Florida
September 23, 2025 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes Social Share
In Florida, attempted manslaughter by act is a serious criminal offense. However, it is not well understood, and often confused with other crimes. This blog will answer frequently asked questions about attempted manslaughter by act in Florida (Fla. Stat. 782.07 and 777.04). #1 – What is attempted manslaughter by act in Florida? This is a common question, as the answer …
Read MoreFAQs About Lewd or Lascivious Battery in Florida
September 23, 2025 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes Social Share
In Florida, lewd or lascivious battery is a very serious criminal offense. However, it is often misunderstood – and commonly confused with other crimes. This blog will answer frequently asked questions about lewd or lascivious battery in Florida (Fla. Stat. 800.04(4)). #1 – What is lewd or lascivious battery? Lewd or lascivious battery is one of the various “lewd or …
Read MoreFrequently Asked Questions About Assault in Florida
September 23, 2025 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes Social Share
In Florida, assault is a serious criminal offense. However, it is often confused with other offenses, including battery. This blog will answer frequently asked questions about the offense of assault (simple assault) in Florida (Fla. Stat 784.011). #1 – What is the definition of assault? According to Florida law, an “assault” is an intentional, unlawful threat by word or act …
Read MoreFAQs About Lewd or Lascivious Written Solicitation of Certain Minors in Florida
September 23, 2025 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes Social Share
In Florida, someone may be charged with soliciting a minor online (or someone believed to be a minor) for sexual activity. In some cases, they may face an allegation of lewd or lascivious written solicitation of certain minors (Fla. Stat. 794.053). This blog will discuss lewd or lascivious written solicitation of certain minors and answer frequently asked questions about this …
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Attorney Don Pumphrey, Jr. is a former prosecutor, former law enforcement officer, and a successful and experienced criminal defense attorney. Don has achieved over 100 not guilty verdicts at trial and over 2,000 dismissals.
