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April 24, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Sex Crimes Social Share

Sex crimes are considered extremely serious offenses in Florida, especially when the offense involves minors. In Florida, these crimes carry severe legal consequences that can impact the offender’s future. This blog post will explore the legal implications of sex crimes against minors, along with a recent case in which a man was charged with over 100 sex crimes. What was …

April 17, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share

As a parent or guardian, you have a responsibility to provide a safe and nurturing environment for the minors in your care. However, what happens when your actions or behavior lead a minor down a path of delinquency? In Florida, contributing to the delinquency of a minor is a serious offense that carries criminal consequences. This offense involves any action …

April 14, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share

If a person physically harms their intimate partner, they may face charges for domestic violence. Domestic violence is a pattern of violence or abuse in an intimate relationship to gain power or control over the other partner. Domestic violence can take place in any form of relationship, regardless of gender, age, or sexual orientation. Domestic violence can cause long-lasting physical, …

April 13, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share

In some criminal cases, the defendant may need mental health assistance rather than time in prison. The defendant may be deemed unfit to stand trial if the court believes that they are unable to comprehend the charges against them. In one recent Hillsborough County case, a Wimauma woman has just avoided any jail time after almost being sentenced to 100 …

April 13, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share

The disappearance of a St. Petersburg attorney has resulted in a Tampa-based doctor being charged with first-degree murder. In Florida, first-degree murder is one of the most serious criminal offenses a person can be charged with, as the penalties include life in prison or the death penalty. This page will provide information on the case along with Florida’s first-degree murder …

April 7, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving/DUI, News & Announcements Social Share

Driving a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol is not only dangerous, it is illegal. Alcohol and drugs can impair a person’s senses, and make it difficult to react to traffic, make quick decisions, and overall more likely to end up in an accident. In the most severe cases, this reckless driving can lead to the death of another …

April 7, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Sex Crimes Social Share

In Florida, it is unlawful for any person to pay for sex, or offer sex up in exchange for payment. This type of criminal offense is referred to as prostitution or “sex work.” The State of Florida prosecutes harshly on cases involving sex work and possible human trafficking. It is not uncommon for those involved in sex work to have …

April 7, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Sex Crimes, Social Media Social Share

It is important to remember while social media can be a fun, free place to share our thoughts and ideas, it does not make it private. More than that, it does not mean that our posted content cannot be used against us in court. It’s quite the opposite—communication from social media sites is legal to use as evidence in court. …

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

Update: Florida Enacts New Death Penalty Law Whether states should impose the death penalty for certain criminal defendants is a debate that remains controversial across the nation. Florida is one of many states that continues to implement the death penalty. Also referred to as ‘capital punishment,’ this type of sentencing is reserved for the most serious crimes such as murder. …