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Marijuana vs Hemp: Legality and Differences
October 26, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drug Charges Social Share
In the state of Florida, it is important to familiarize yourself with all relevant laws relating to the consumption and possession of marijuana to avoid criminal prosecution. Florida allows marijuana consumption for those who fit the eligibility for medical marijuana and obtain a prescription from an appropriate physician. However, recreational marijuana consumption remains illegal. In this article, we will first …
Read MoreNo, You Can’t Bribe the Police to Get Out of Criminal Charges
October 26, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense Social Share
There are plenty of things you should not do around the police. Bribing law enforcement to prevent an arrest is one of those things. The state of Florida, along with the federal government, has specific laws and methods of handling criminal activity. There is no chance of bribery working to prevent being charged with a crime. Instead, the most important …
Read MoreMiami Man Pleads Guilty to the Distribution of $16M Worth of Adulterated HIV Medication
October 26, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drug Charges, News & Announcements Social Share
A group of individuals, including a defendant from Florida, are facing federal charges in a pharmaceutical fraud operation. The case involved the sale and distribution of adulterated prescription drugs to wholesale pharmaceutical subscribers. This page will provide the case details, along with both the federal and state penalties for such offenses. Case Details On September 25, 2023, the U.S. Department …
Read MoreHow Do Police Test for Marijuana vs Hemp?
October 25, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drug Charges Social Share
Marijuana and hemp have similar characteristics but are ultimately considered two different substances with different effects. These differences are what caused both Federal and State law to update the legislation regarding hemp. In short, you can be prosecuted for illegal cannabis but not hemp. The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 first removed hemp from the Federal Controlled Substance Act. Also …
Read MoreJury Finds Defendant Accused of Impregnating and Killing his Niece Guilty
October 5, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share
Nearly five years after the disappearance of Iyana Sawyer, a trial for the missing person-turned-murder-case took place in September 2023. The 16-year-old was reported missing while she was five months pregnant, with the father later being revealed as her uncle by marriage. Sawyer’s uncle was accused of killing the teenager out of fear of their secretive relationship and pregnancy becoming …
Read MoreChild Abuse vs. Child Neglect – Florida Case Examples
October 5, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes Social Share
Causing harm to a child is not taken lightly. The state of Florida has various laws to catch individuals accused of abusing or neglecting a child under the age of 18. Despite the two offenses sounding similar, child abuse and neglect are two separate offenses. It is important to differentiate between the two, as well as becoming familiar with the …
Read MoreArrest Made in South Florida Three-Part Bomb Threat
October 5, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share
Making a false report is never a good idea and pretending that a fake emergency will occur can cause unnecessary chaos. If law enforcement responds to the false report, it can result in resources being wasted that could be used for more serious issues. On top of that, the person who communicates the fake report can end up being arrested …
Read MoreArrests Made in I-4 Antisemitism Case
October 5, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share
Hate speech should not be taken lightly in the state of Florida. Over the last few years, incidents involving extremist groups have been on the rise. The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) indicated in their 2022 report that Florida is one of the top five states in the country for rising hate crime incidents. More recently, extremists have displayed hateful messages across …
Read MoreHow Common are Hit and Runs in Florida?
October 5, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense Social Share
An unexpected motor vehicle accident can negatively impact anyone’s day. The possibility of property damage is expensive and annoying to fix. There are also the potential injuries that a person may sustain after being involved in a motor vehicle wreck. Florida roads and highways experience car wrecks every day. The standard duty of care when involved in a wreck is …
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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.
