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September 29, 2021 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense Social Share

In criminal cases, Florida’s prosecutors have limitations for filing criminal charges against the accused, referred to as “statute of limitations.” The time limit the State has to charge the accused after the commission of a crime will vary depending on the nature and severity of the charge, and some especially heinous crimes do not have any time limit. Essentially, this …

September 29, 2021 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving/DUI Social Share

If you or a loved one are ever pulled over by a law enforcement official, it is important to know if the officer is acting lawfully outside of their jurisdiction. A question that often comes up in DUI investigations is whether a law enforcement officer can participate in a DUI investigation outside of their jurisdiction? An example would be an …

September 29, 2021 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share

It’s not new or surprising that a large portion of people take an interest in true crime. For years there have been TV shows, documentaries, and movies all revolving around real, true crime stories. There is something fascinating and addicting about finding out about a case and trying to solve it. It could be that it gives people the sense …

September 23, 2021 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share

The tragic story of Gabby Petito’s disappearance completely took over the nation in just the matter of a few weeks. It seemed like you couldn’t turn on the TV or check social media without seeing the face of the young girl. Florida resident and Youtuber Gabby Petito, 22, was originally reported missing by the Suffolk County Police Department on September …

September 22, 2021 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense Social Share

For the most part, police are only permitted to exercise their powers within their jurisdiction. This jurisdiction creates a geographic boundary that police can operate in, normally a county. However, there are exceptions to the rule that are imperative to know and understand. What is “Fresh Pursuit” Exception? This doctrine is codified in Section 901.25 of the Florida Statutes, which …

September 21, 2021 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share

In 2001, Florida passed the Earnhardt Family Protection Act which made the photos, video, and audio recordings taken during autopsy exams confidential. The bill stemmed from a tragic accident when NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt died from injuries he sustained from a crash during the Daytona 500 on February 18, 2001. The Tumultuous Story Earnhardt’s family was not only left with …

September 21, 2021 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense Social Share

This blog post is intended purely for informational purposes, the legal team at Pumphrey Law Firm does not assist in window tint cases* Because of Florida’s scorching temperatures, many people get their windows tinted to keep their vehicle from becoming hot. Others opt for the protective film to be installed for security and privacy reasons, as doing so makes it …

September 21, 2021 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense Social Share

What is the Act?  In June of this year, Florida’s Child Safety Alarm Act was signed into law in the hopes of preventing hot car deaths in vehicles operated by daycare facilities . This act was implemented into Section 402.305 of the Florida Statutes, and requires that by January 1, 2022, vehicles used by child care facilities and large family …

September 18, 2021 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense Social Share

In many cases, if you have been charged with a crime that is not a felony offense you can be released after paying a cash bail. But what happens if the price of bail is set too high? Dealing with the consequences of being charged with a crime is already an extreme burden. Putting a price tag on your freedom …