A narcotics investigation in eastern Florida led to the arrest of at least 32 people according to the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office. A BCSO representative said that some of the drugs that the suspects are accused of distributing were brought into Brevard County from...
criminal defense
The consequences of DUI
If a police officer in Florida suspects that a person is driving under the influence, they're legally authorized to pull over the vehicle and administer a series of tests. If the person fails the tests, they might be arrested for suspicion of DUI. However, the court...
How innocent people can wind up charged with shoplifting
Shoplifting, sometimes also called retail theft or retail fraud, is one of the more common forms of theft crime. Quite a few people, especially rebellious teenagers, might not think of shoplifting as an offense with a victim. Stealing from a corporation may seem like...
Deepfakes complicate court proceedings
California courts are having difficulty dealing with a disturbing trend in the justice system. Fakes evidence is creating new evidentiary issues when it comes to civil and criminal trials as judges and lawyers grapple with the possibility of fake evidence making its...
When can police search your property without consent?
You have a right to privacy in your own home, but law enforcement officers who want to investigate you may not respect that right. Although you have refused to let them into your house, they may not stop trying to find evidence or a way in without your permission. If...
Woman charged with DUI manslaughter after wrong-way crash
On June 20, Florida authorities charged a woman with DUI manslaughter after she was involved in a deadly wrong-way crash on Interstate 10 in Escambia County. The accident occurred near the Florida-Alabama state line at approximately 1:36 a.m. According to local media...
Florida man accused of assaulting NFL player
A Florida man has been accused of punching a National Football League star bar during the early morning hours of June 20. The 29-year-old Sarasota resident faces a misdemeanor count of simple assault in connection with the alleged fracas, which took place in Aberdeen,...
Florida man sentenced on federal drug charges
A federal judge sentenced a Florida man to 12 years in prison on June 12 for distributing methamphetamine in the Pasco County area, according to a press release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Florida. The 38-year-old Port Richie resident...
What to do when stopped by police in Florida
At best, police stops are stressful events full of uncertainty and worry. At worst, these stops become violent altercations with deadly consequences. Understanding one’s rights can go a long way toward protecting oneself in these situations — especially regarding...
Is marijuana legal in Florida?
Marijuana has quickly become one of the most popular drugs in the nation, but its legality is constantly being reevaluated. While some states allow it in recreational settings, some only permit it medically and others outlaw marijuana altogether. The medical...