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March 14, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share

A new bill has been introduced to the Florida Legislation regarding the prohibition of deposition in certain criminal cases. Depositions are used as a way to gather information prior to trial. The bill has resulted in mixed responses. This article will explain the importance of depositions, cover the details of SB 1208, and provide responses to the proposed law. What …

March 14, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share

Although Florida is considered a relatively lenient state when it comes to purchasing and owning a gun, there has been much debate over the bill passed in 2018. Under SB 7026, it became illegal for any person under 21 to legally purchase a firearm. Despite challenges from the NRA, the 11th Circuit Court has just upheld the ruling. This article …

March 11, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes Social Share

Several people in Georgia and Florida have been arrested after a sting operation targeted them as online child predators. This article will provide information from the sting operation, along with relative details on charges for child pornography possession in Florida. What is a Sting Operation? Law enforcement often conducts sting operations to apprehend suspects who possess or distribute child pornography …

March 11, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share

Getting into an encounter with the police is already a heightened situation. Circumstances where officers use force while apprehending a suspect often raise questions about the rights and ethics regarding the scenario. While law enforcement is given the right to use force in certain situations, at what point is it too far? In one recent case in Miami, several police …

March 11, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drug Charges Social Share

The state of Florida takes drug trafficking and distribution extremely seriously. We have previously written about the increase in cases involving dangerous drugs such as methamphetamine and fentanyl. The reality is that if you attempt to sell or distribute drugs in and out of Florida, you could face extremely harsh consequences. In one recent case, a California man was arrested …

March 8, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes Social Share

Most bar fights can end up with some bruises and, in bad scenarios, even some damage to the establishment. But what happens when things get out of hand, or worse, when a person pulls out a gun? Can a defendant claim that he was acting in self-defense? This article will provide information on Florida’s self-defense law, along with details on …

March 1, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense Social Share

When someone takes the life of another person, it is considered murder. Murder charges in Florida have some of the harshest penalties if convicted. However, what’s the case for someone who asks for death? One recent Florida case highlights the complexities of the law when it comes to assisting in suicide. This article will define and explain assisted self-murder charges …

March 1, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Social Media, Violent Crimes Social Share

Two weeks after several middle school students were arrested for making mass shooting depictions on TikTok, a Manatee County judge has determined there is no probable cause to continue detaining the preteens. However, they are potentially facing felony charges for written or online threats of mass shootings. This page will provide details from the case, along with information pertaining to …

March 1, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drug Charges, News & Announcements, Probation Violation Social Share

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 …