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

A preseason high school football game in Tallahassee ended early due to violence that broke out, which created even more chaos when police noticed a student with a suspected firearm. The laws and regulations for minors who commit crimes work differently than those who are charged as adults. This page will provide the case details, as well as information on …

August 28, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share

Following the 2018 massacre that took place in Parkland, Florida, state legislators passed a law to prevent anyone under the age of 21 from purchasing a rifle or long gun.   Shortly after the law was passed in 2018, the National Rifle Association (NRA) challenged it, claiming it was unconstitutional by violating both the Second and Fourteenth Amendment. The Florida …

July 26, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes Social Share

                  On February 23, 2022, a mother from Green Bay, Wisconsin made a horrific discovery when she found her son’s severed head sitting in a bucket in her basement. Taylor Schabusiness was later accused of murdering the young man, sexually assaulting his corpse, and then dismembering his body. After her arrest, Schabusiness …

July 25, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes Social Share

In a criminal investigation, law enforcement will search for specific pieces of evidence to tie the responsible person to the crime. Evidence is generally defined as the information or object that is admitted into court for the judge and jury to consider when hearing a case. One of the most persuasive forms of evidence is known as Forensic evidence. Thisis …

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

Threatening to harm or kill another person is taken very seriously in Florida and can result in harsh criminal penalties. Even if you have already been convicted of a crime, you can receive additional sentencing for threatening a legal official such as a judge. In a recent Florida case, a man serving time for a drug trafficking sentence has just …

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

Law enforcement and the State Attorney’s Office are reviewing case details from a double shooting at a Tallahassee McDonald’s to determine if a 16-year-old suspect will be protected under Florida’s “Stand Your Ground” law from defending himself from another shooter. This page will provide the case details along with its relative charges, importance of criminal defense for juveniles, and explain …

May 31, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes Social Share

It is common for law enforcement officers to employ police dogs, or K9s, to help with the investigation and apprehension of criminal suspects. Unfortunately, working in the field with police officers can be dangerous, and can result in injury or untimely death to the police K9. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis recently signed a new bill to further protect police K9s …

May 29, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes Social Share

The state of Florida and Federal law enforcement take gang-related crimes very seriously. Defendants who are accused of committing crimes for an organized gang can face enhanced penalties, steep fines, and extensive imprisonment if convicted. A recent shoot out in Georgia resulted in the death of two motorcycle gang members, and 12 attempted murder charges. This page will provide the …

May 29, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes Social Share

DNA evidence is considered a reliable source of evidence in forensic investigations. When DNA is properly collected, preserved, and analyzed by trained professionals, it can be an invaluable tool. DNA evidence helps with excluding or identifying potential suspects in a criminal case. Although DNA evidence is considered reliable, human error or contamination during collection, handling, or analysis can cause inaccuracies. …