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October 22, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Theft/Property Crimes Social Share

An alleged theft that took place in South Florida last week caused several schools to go into lockdown. Aside from parents and students scrambling to find safety during the lockdown, police were sent on a multi-hour foot chase of a man who was caught stealing from a local Target. We will cover the details of the case along with information …

September 30, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Theft/Property Crimes, Violent Crimes Social Share

A defendant in Hillsborough County shocked the courtroom after telling the judge he wanted to change his mind about having a jury trial in his armed robbery case. James Hanson Jr. was accused of armed robbery, carjacking, kidnapping, and first-degree murder from an incident that happened in 2019. We will provide information regarding the case’s details, what led to a …

September 30, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Theft/Property Crimes Social Share

Stealing is against the law, even if it was from someone you know. Florida has various charges that cover theft, including the more severe charge of grand theft. A recent case in Florida covers a foreign national who was arrested for stealing over $30,000 worth of jewelry from someone she met in Miami. We will cover details of the case …

September 21, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes, Theft/Property Crimes Social Share

Florida severely punishes defendants who have committed or attempted to crimes while using a firearm. Florida Statute Section 790.07 explains that when a person displays, uses, threatens, or attempts to use a weapon or holds a concealed weapon is guilty of a felony in the third-degree. Florida’s 10-20-life rule can also apply during the commission of specific felonies. Florida’s 10-20-life …

September 10, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drug Charges, Theft/Property Crimes Social Share

When someone is accused of stealing an item or property belonging to someone else, it is considered a theft crime. In Florida, theft crimes can range from petit theft to grand theft, depending on the value of the stolen property. Theft penalties are more severe for high-value stolen property. Under Florida law, it is against the law to steal any …

September 8, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Theft/Property Crimes Social Share

I scream, you scream, we all scream for more knowledge on the arson statute in Florida! Arson charges are often complex and taken very seriously in the state of Florida. Whether the incident happened with purpose or resulted from boredom, damaging a dwelling or structure from fire or an explosion can lead to an arson charge. A recent case in …

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

Graffiti is a form of art that is usually tied to societal or political messaging and shown in public places like on the sides of buildings, under bridges, on walls, or inside abandoned structures. The term graffiti originates as a reference to ancient inscriptions on the walls of ancient structures and ruins. The graffiti in these times consisted of words …

September 3, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Theft/Property Crimes Social Share

Two people have pled guilty in a case involving the scheme to peddle President Joe Biden’s daughter’s personal belongings. The two defendants sold the stolen property to conservative activist group Project Veritas for $40,000. We will explain the details of the case, along with information on possession of stolen property charges in Florida. What was the Incident? According to the …

September 3, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Theft/Property Crimes, Violent Crimes Social Share

Stealing is a crime, but so is shooting at the person who you believe to be stealing. In a recent case, a store clerk accused a shopper of shoplifting, but instead of calling the police to report the theft, he took matters into his own hands and shot at the victim. Now the store employee is facing criminal charges for …