Last month, Florida eliminated the requirement of a permit when carrying a concealed weapon. That means starting July 1st, individuals cannot be arrested or prosecuted for not obtaining a permit or taking a firearms safety course. This has caused confusion over the remaining concealed carry cases in the State Attorney’s Offices across the State. This article will cover DeSantis signing …

Breakups can be hard, but that does not give anyone the right to commit crimes against their ex. In a recent Florida case, a woman is now facing a series of criminal charges after allegedly driving into her ex’s driveway and damaging his car, before lighting her own car on fire. This article will provide case details, along with the …

As a parent or guardian, you have a responsibility to provide a safe and nurturing environment for the minors in your care. However, what happens when your actions or behavior lead a minor down a path of delinquency? In Florida, contributing to the delinquency of a minor is a serious offense that carries criminal consequences. This offense involves any action …

Update: Florida Enacts New Death Penalty Law Whether states should impose the death penalty for certain criminal defendants is a debate that remains controversial across the nation. Florida is one of many states that continues to implement the death penalty. Also referred to as ‘capital punishment,’ this type of sentencing is reserved for the most serious crimes such as murder. …

As winter thaws into spring, college and high school students receive a week of vacation known as Spring Break. In Florida, Spring Break is an extremely popular holiday for young adults to flock to the beach for an extended stay of sun and partying. While the break is meant to be a stress-free week of fun, it is far too …

In certain circumstances, a person arrested for a criminal offense may be offered bail or a pretrial release. However, such an offer comes with usually strict rules that the defendant must follow. If any of the terms of bail are violated, it could result in the defendant being taken back into custody. In a recent case in Broward County, rapper …

Since multiple states have started to legalize marijuana use for both medical and recreational purposes, there has been criticism on how to handle those who wish to purchase firearms. Although the Second Amendment implies the legality of owning a gun in America, the Supreme Court has maintained that individuals who use marijuana in any form cannot purchase or own a …

Florida State Governor Ron DeSantis addressed that the state should become tougher on crimes. While giving a news conference at the Miami Police Benevolent Association, DeSantis stated that Florida is a “law and order state.” DeSantis is now proposing several laws to be reformed to crack down on crime in the state. This article will provide information on DeSantis’ proposal …

There has been a rise in people being charged with possession of child pornography. In recent news, Jonathan Hernandez faces over 1,000 counts of possession of child pornography. Possibly the largest child pornography bust in Florida’s history. The blog below will cover the story of Jonathan Hernandez, his charges, and possible defenses for child pornography. How One Man Currently Faces …