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June 4, 2024 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving/DUI Social Share

DUI charges in Florida can be dropped, though it’s not guaranteed. Here’s a breakdown of situations where dismissal might be achievable in the event you hire an experienced DUI defense attorney. Errors by Law Enforcement Improper Stop: If the police officer lacked a valid reason to pull you over, the entire case could be thrown out. Examples include broken tail …

June 4, 2024 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense Social Share

Being arrested can be a stressful and confusing experience. Here’s a breakdown of what typically happens after an arrest in Florida, focusing on the legal process: Booking After the arrest, the police will take you to a station for booking. This involves creating a record of your arrest with details like your name, fingerprints, and photographs. Your belongings will be …

June 4, 2024 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes Social Share

In Florida, browsing the internet, even if you stumble upon unlawful content, this normally does not qualify as a criminal offense. However, there are conditions where certain actions someone takes while visiting a site can result in charges. First Amendment and Freedom of Speech The First Amendment to the Constitution protects freedom of speech, which extends to having access to …

May 31, 2024 Don Pumphrey, Jr. College, College Student Disciplinary Hearing, Criminal Defense Social Share

Hazing Charges in Florida, Explained Hazing in Florida occurs when a person recklessly or intentionally endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student for purposes including, but not limited to: Initiation into any organization operating under the sanction of a postsecondary institution Admission into any organization operating under the sanction of a postsecondary institution Affiliation with any …

May 31, 2024 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes Social Share

In Florida, kidnapping can be charged as a first-degree felony with up to a life sentence. The definition of kidnapping under Florida law is using force, threats of force, or acting secretly to imprison, abduct, or confine someone against their will, without lawful authority. This is done with the intent to: Hold the person for ransom or reward Use the …

May 18, 2024 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Sex Crimes Social Share

When an individual is accused of inappropriately touching a child, there are several different charges they may face in Florida, including sexual battery. Recently, a 26-year-old Florida man and former aspiring police officer was convicted of sexual battery on his younger cousin when he was a teenager. He now faces life in prison. This page will provide the case details …

May 18, 2024 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share

Hialeah police recently arrested a 54-year-old man accused of beating a man with a golf club before stabbing him in the head. He then stole the victim’s valuables before threatening the victim with a firearm and fleeing the scene. This page will provide the case details and information pertaining to the charges against the defendant. Case Details Hialeah police officers …

May 18, 2024 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share

Amid a potential challenge to the state’s gambling pact with the Seminole Tribe of Florida, the Biden administration has stepped in and supported the pact.  Florida state leaders as well as federal officials have argued in response to opposition to the pact that not only will it provide an economic benefit to Florida, but challenges to its legality are spurious. …

May 18, 2024 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drug Charges Social Share

With the increasing legalization of marijuana across the country for recreational and medical use, law enforcement search policies surrounding the substance are evolving with the law. Florida is no exception. In Florida, the odor of marijuana formerly served as probable cause for officers to search a suspect or their property. However, Florida’s legalization of medical marijuana in 2017 and the …