When a criminal case involves the abuse, abandonment, or neglect of a minor in Florida, a child protection team (CPT) may be assigned to the victim for additional support. A recent case in Osceola County has recently been criticized for conducting an “inappropriate” investigation with a minor that did not include a CPT. This article will provide information on child …

A former Florida university student has been convicted and sentenced after being accused of grooming and using a computer to entice a minor to engage in prohibited sexual activity. This article will provide information from a recent case in Florida, along with information on the relevant criminal charges in Florida. What was the Incident? Former Florida Atlantic University (FAU) student …

When a person gets arrested for causing damages to property, it can result in several different charges in Florida. However, when there is fire involved, the accused person will most likely be charged with arson. Arson occurs when a person purposefully sets fire to a building or structure. In a recent Florida case, a man in Hernando County lit a …

Warning: This article contains graphic descriptions of sexual conduct. Florida Legislature has made it illegal for citizens to engage in any sexual activity with animals. Often referred to as “bestiality,” these types of charges can have serious consequences if the accused person is convicted. A recent case in Florida highlights the charges that can come with bestiality accusations after a …

When it comes to sex crimes, the state of Florida prosecutes cases harshly. This is especially true when the sex crimes involve minors. A person who is accused of possessing or distributing child pornography can lead to extensive penalties that could last the rest of their life. In a recent Florida case, a University of Florida athlete has been indefinitely …

Austin Harrouff was accused of brutally killing two people and seriously injuring one other in a seemingly random murder case in 2016. After years of gathering evidence and seeking the analysis of mental health experts, a Florida judge has just accepted a plea deal and ruled the defendant as not guilty by reason of insanity.   This article will cover …

Throughout the duration of the Parkland Shooting trial, we’ve covered several issues brought on by the case. As the first-ever trial for a mass school shooter, the trial was widely viewed by the public. Since the trial and sentencing phases have now both been completed, Broward Circuit Judge Elizabeth Scherer drew criticism from the defense team—specifically for hugging members of …

A Central Florida man who has already been arrested for child pornography has just received an additional 40 charges after further investigation. This article will provide details from the case, along with information on transmitting child pornography and using digital forensic experts as a defense in a criminal case. What was the Case? On October 12, 2022, a woman called …

The internet is a vast and confusing space that we’re all still trying to figure out. There are times when simply browsing the internet could come with illegal acts. For example, while trying to download a movie or TV series you could accidentally click on a link that has a pop-up of child pornography. Despite immediately closing the window, there …