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February 9, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Sex Crimes Social Share

Sexual battery allegations can lead to harsh punishment if convicted. When the case involves a minor, the penalties can be even more severe. In one recent Florida case, a young girl went missing for several hours, and once found reported to police that she had been the victim of multiple instances of rape. This article will provide details from the …

February 6, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Sex Crimes Social Share

There has been a rise in people being charged with possession of child pornography. In recent news, Jonathan Hernandez faces over 1,000 counts of possession of child pornography. Possibly the largest child pornography bust in Florida’s history. The blog below will cover the story of Jonathan Hernandez, his charges, and possible defenses for child pornography. How One Man Currently Faces …

February 1, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share

When it comes to competitive sports, it is not uncommon for things to get heated in the midst of the game. However, it does not give athletes the right to become violent toward others. In a recent case from Miami, a soccer player is now facing battery charges after allegedly committing battery against one of his referees. This article will …

January 30, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drug Charges, News & Announcements Social Share

Getting caught in the possession of a controlled substance can have harsh consequences. However, the punishment becomes much more severe if the person is accused of trafficking the controlled substance. Trafficking implies the illegal transporting of controlled substances.   Two men in Central Florida have been arrested on drug trafficking charges after a man in Volusia County overdosed due to …

January 22, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share

Only months into the new year, and Florida has had several instances of hate crimes in different cities. The two most recent incidents took place in Orlando and in Boca Raton. This article will cover the details of the two cases, along with information on hate crimes in Florida. Case Details Boca Raton A neighborhood in East Boca Raton found …

January 22, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share

As the murder trial approaches for defendant Sarah Boone, her defense attorneys have stated that their client will be using the Battered Spouse Syndrome as a defense to her boyfriend’s death in 2020. This article will provide details regarding the case, along with relevant information on Battered Spouse Syndrome, charges for domestic violence, and an example case. What is Battered …

January 22, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Sex Crimes Social Share

Florida Legislature passed a law in 2021 to implement tracking systems for rape kits, after a 2015 study revealed that over 13,000 rape kits had gone untested in the state. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) has since cleared the backlog with additional funding and is now only months away from showcasing the new tracking system. This article will …

January 14, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drug Charges, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share

When a person is charged with manslaughter, they are accused of being responsible for the death of another person, albeit without the premeditation element which would make it a murder charge. Depending on the circumstances of the case, a person can be charged with aggravated manslaughter, which comes with more severe penalties. In a recent Florida case, two individuals have …

January 14, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drone Law, News & Announcements Social Share

Getting caught with the possession of an illegal substance has harsh consequences in the state of Florida. This is especially true if illegal substances were found in an environment with children present. A recent case in the U.S. shows the charges a New Jersey teacher is facing after overdosing on fentanyl in his middle school classroom. This article will provide …