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July 22, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share

Former Port Richey Mayor Dale Massad had his conviction of conspiracy to obstruct justice overturned on Friday by the 2nd District Court of Appeals. Massad had been accused of having a call with the new mayor of Port Richey, which prosecutors claimed was obstructing justice in regards to a police officer who had been investigating Massad. The former mayor had …

July 22, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drug Charges, News & Announcements Social Share

Two individuals in Leon County have now been arrested and charged with multiple counts of drug possession and trafficking. After the Leon County Sheriff’s Office’s Narcotics Unit obtained a warrant during a drug investigation, they found two people with a large quantity of drugs in their possession. Now that the two individuals have been arrested, we will cover the details …

July 22, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share

Middle District of Florida Judge Gregory Presnell has set the sentencing date for Seminole County Tax Collector Joel Greenberg, which is set for December 1st, 2022. Greenberg was arrested and charged with multiple crimes, and has now pleaded guilty to six corruption charges and one charge of sex trafficking a minor. U.S. Representative Matt Gaetz is also being investigated for …

July 22, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense Social Share

Being charged with a crime is scary enough. But can the prosecutor change the type of charges that you are facing? This blog will explain how defendants are charged with crimes and under what circumstances the prosecutor can change the charges against the defendant. How are Charges Filed? There is a lot of misinformation about who actually has the power …

July 15, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share

Jamell Demons, also known as popular Florida rapper YNW Melly, was charged with two counts of first-degree murder over a shooting that took place in 2018. We mentioned Demons in a previous article about upcoming death penalty cases in Broward County. Now the rapper is back in the news, this time because a judge ruled that he will no longer …

July 15, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drug Charges Social Share

Ketamine has been rising in popularity recently after the FDA approved a form of ketamine for treatment-resistant depression. Since then, ketamine’s popularity has risen to treat severe mental illnesses. Ketamine infusion centers have popped up across the country, including here in Florida. This blog will explain how ketamine is used by medical professionals and the legality of ketamine. What is …

July 12, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share

There is a new form of surveillance tactic that is being used by Florida police, which collects data digitally for investigating crimes. While it seems beneficial to the authorities, many are calling the new technology a violation of privacy by spying on everyday citizens. Some even claim it is in direct violation of the constitution. Based on information from the …

July 12, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense Social Share

When people think of child abuse, it is typically what has been shown on TV or in movies—a parent hitting a child or being violent around them. However, child abuse comes in many forms. There is also child neglect to consider as well. In a recent Florida case, a set of parents are now facing serious criminal charges after abusing …

July 8, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes Social Share

Along with the ongoing issue of gun violence in both Florida and the rest of the U.S., there is also the issue of culpable negligence. With the ability of American citizens to keep guns in their homes, also brings up the problem of unlocked or unsupervised weapons. There have been a growing number of cases in which children get a …