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July 31, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving/DUI Social Share

You may have heard of nitrous oxide before—also referred to as laughing gas, nitro, nangs, hippy crack, or “whippits.” When used for medical purposes, it can be safely used to provide sedation, anesthesia, or pain management. However, it is easy to abuse, and has started to become a popular recreational drug. There are Florida laws to prevent the possession and …

July 31, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Florida Panhandle Arrests, News & Announcements Social Share

The Florida Department of Transportation is working together with the Florida Highway Patrol for the collaboration on “Operation Southern Slow Down.” Florida is following suit with Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee, and South Carolina. The goal of the operation is to stop reckless driving and speeding along the state highways. Police are hoping to save lives by enforcing strict surveillance of highway …

July 31, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Theft/Property Crimes Social Share

A “Project-X” level party broke out in a million-dollar mansion in Watercolor, Florida. The party was the result of a break-in and burglary, where over 250 teens swarmed into the empty house and ransacked the place. Not only did they post proof of themselves drinking, partying, and boxing in the house, but there are also multiple items that were stolen …

July 31, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense Social Share

A man’s best friend? Or most terrorizing weapon? Police officers have used the assistance of dogs for years, to help track down suspects, sniff out drugs, or in some cases chase down suspects who have fled from the authorities. While dogs are known to be incredibly smart and loyal creatures, there are downsides to deploying them in criminal cases. A …

July 31, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes Social Share

After a video went viral of a Broward Sheriff getting violent with a teen during an arrest, he was fired and has been facing charges for battery. While the defense argued that the deputies were simply doing their job, the prosecution claimed that the former deputy acted illegally with physical violence against the teenager. A jury in Broward County has …

July 27, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share

They say it’s the happiest place on Earth—but Disney World has recently turned into the grounds for anger and violence after a huge fight broke out last week. The cause of the altercation was a woman briefly exiting the line to grab her phone. Yet the outcome resulted in two families getting escorted out of the park, several arrests, and …

July 27, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes Social Share

Two men have been arrested in Orange County, Florida in relation to a murder that took place at a local supermarket. A man was beaten to death and left outside for the police to find around 3:45 am. The two men now face multiple charges, including first-degree murder, kidnapping, and accessory after the fact. We will cover the details of …

July 27, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes Social Share

The upcoming murder trial for 15-year-old Aiden Fucci has already received several motions filed for the defendant’s right to a fair trial. Fucci was arrested and accused of killing his 13-year-old classmate Tristyn Bailey in May 2021. This case brings up the question, can you limit evidence in a trial? Fucci’s defense team is attempting to limit the media coverage, …

July 22, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Theft/Property Crimes Social Share

There are different variations when it comes to burglary or theft crimes in Florida. One specific type of theft crime is referred to as burglary of a conveyance, or an “auto burglary.” To be arrested and charged with this type of crime, prosecutors must be able to prove that you have trespassed into a vehicle, and with the intention to …