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

Religious freedom is a granted right for people in the United States. People can believe whatever they want, and practice or pray how they please. However, there are some instances where religion may interfere with the law. One specific instance is animal sacrifice. In Florida, there are strict rules against animal cruelty. This is to protect animals from torment from …

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

Another tragic mass shooting has shook the nation. This time the massacre took place during a 4th of July parade, meant to celebrate Independence Day in America. The shooter was Robert “Bobby” Crimo III, who has now been charged with seven counts of first-degree murder. In total 45 people were injured and seven were killed in the shootings outcome. Lake …

July 8, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Theft/Property Crimes Social Share

Sometimes showing that you’re the right person for the job doesn’t work out the way you intend it to. For one man, his attempt to show his skills landed him with a criminal charge. After the application process for Disney’s security team was taking too long, a man took matters into his own hands. The man successfully stole two large …

July 7, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share

Continuing with the long list of Supreme Court rulings is a new rule regarding the Miranda Rights. The Miranda rights are the set of rights an individual has after getting arrested or interviewed by the police. The Miranda rights are a pillar of American policing, which is commonly heard in movies or on TV. Included in the Miranda Rights are …

July 7, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Juvenile Offenses, News & Announcements Social Share

TikTok has caused another incident in Florida, this time resulting in almost 25 people getting shot at. We have written about the Orbeez Challenge in the past, and it appears the trend is still ongoing with teens using the social media platform. What started as two young boys playing a prank has turned into serious criminal charges, including a felony …

July 7, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Theft/Property Crimes Social Share

The newest bill signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis is taking aim at the rise of retail theft in the state. The measure is designated to crack down on what State Attorney Ashley Moody has called “organized retail crime.” Under SB 1534, harsher penalties will be invoked on individuals who are caught stealing. The new bill will now make it a …

July 7, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share

The long and seemingly never-ending search for a jury has finally come to an end. For the past several months, we have covered the process of finding a 12-person jury for the upcoming trial against Nikolas Cruz in the Parkland Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting from 2018. There has been an ongoing list of issues or complications in the …

July 7, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Juvenile Offenses, News & Announcements Social Share

So far the long list of controversial bills signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis this past week has been received with frustration and anger. The new state policies on legal abortions and the “Don’t Say Gay” law have all been the main sources of topic, however, there are additional bills that should be addressed, for how they will affect …

July 7, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share

A new law has just been passed to remind Florida drivers to “turn it down!” The streets are set to be much quieter from July 1st, as Gov. DeSantis has passed the renewal of the “Loud Music Law.” Under the new law drivers will be fined for playing music too loud, specifically from 25 feet or further. The law is …