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June 30, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense Social Share

Whenever driving a motor vehicle, the driver must always carry a valid driver’s license in their possession. There are set rules and regulations for an individual receiving their driver’s license to ensure the safety of the roads. So what happens if you get pulled over by the police and don’t have a valid license? For minors that only hold a …

June 30, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes Social Share

If there was an accusation of sexual battery or rape, law enforcement is required to investigate for potential evidence. In some cases, victims of sexual battery will immediately call the police, and get a sexual battery forensic exam. However, this is not always the case. There are instances in which the only evidence is the victim’s statement. Sexual battery is …

June 30, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes, Violent Crimes Social Share

After a case was considered cold for over two decades, a guilty verdict has finally been reached. With the evidence including a palm print and matching DNA, Antonio Rivers, 41, has been convicted of a charge of sexual battery with a weapon and armed trespassing. The defense team put up a fight, claiming that there were several issues with the …

June 30, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share

A new bill was signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis to change the rules of the beach. Specifically, prohibiting the use of cigarettes and smoking along the beaches. The House committee passed the bill in a unanimous vote, and now with DeSantis’ signature, it should help prevent littering caused by cigarette butts. However now citizens may be wondering, can I get …

June 30, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share

Voter fraud is taken very seriously in the state of Florida. In 2018, there was an amendment made to the statute for voting in the state. The amendment made it legal for felons to vote if they’ve already completed their sentences. However, in the most recent election, there were 10 convicted felons that got arrested for voter fraud. Now there …

June 30, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share

This Wednesday things went from bad to worse in Tallahassee. What began with a man shooting three of his family members has ended with a Tallahassee Police Officer dying in the line of duty. We will cover the details of the case, along with the various charges the defendant may face for killing a police officer. What was the Incident? …

June 27, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Theft/Property Crimes Social Share

The Leon County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) has reported an uptick in vehicle break-ins that they are referring to as “smash and grab” crimes. The sheriff’s office is warning citizens to be careful and to refrain from leaving belongings in their cars. The LCSO has described smash and grab as when a person breaks the window of your car or property …

June 22, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Sex Crimes Social Share

This blog post is intended purely for informational purposes, the legal team at Pumphrey Law Firm does not assist in gain time cases* A man convicted of attempted sexual battery headed back to the courtroom for an appeal against his initial sentence. McMillan Gould was accused of attempted sexual battery on a child under 12 years old in 2016 and …

June 20, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share

A conviction of capital punishment, or the death penalty, was upheld this week for a man convicted of first-degree murder. Granville Ritchie, 41, was charged and found guilty of raping and killing a 9-year-old girl in 2014. The decision for the death sentence was unanimous, but an appeal was made by the defense team for potential improper behavior by the …