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Tallahassee Man Included in Arrests Made During GA “Operation Threat Level Midnight”
March 11, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes Social Share
Several people in Georgia and Florida have been arrested after a sting operation targeted them as online child predators. This article will provide information from the sting operation, along with relative details on charges for child pornography possession in Florida. What is a Sting Operation? Law enforcement often conducts sting operations to apprehend suspects who possess or distribute child pornography …
Read MoreMiami Beach Police Found Guilty of Excessive Use of Force on Tourist
March 11, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share
Getting into an encounter with the police is already a heightened situation. Circumstances where officers use force while apprehending a suspect often raise questions about the rights and ethics regarding the scenario. While law enforcement is given the right to use force in certain situations, at what point is it too far? In one recent case in Miami, several police …
Read MoreArrest at Orlando Airport for 38lbs of Meth Found in Suitcase
March 11, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drug Charges Social Share
The state of Florida takes drug trafficking and distribution extremely seriously. We have previously written about the increase in cases involving dangerous drugs such as methamphetamine and fentanyl. The reality is that if you attempt to sell or distribute drugs in and out of Florida, you could face extremely harsh consequences. In one recent case, a California man was arrested …
Read MoreCourt of Appeals Affirms Decision to Reject Defendant’s PTSD in their Theory of Self-Defense
March 8, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes Social Share
Most bar fights can end up with some bruises and, in bad scenarios, even some damage to the establishment. But what happens when things get out of hand, or worse, when a person pulls out a gun? Can a defendant claim that he was acting in self-defense? This article will provide information on Florida’s self-defense law, along with details on …
Read MoreIs it a Crime to Assist with Suicide in Florida?
March 1, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense Social Share
When someone takes the life of another person, it is considered murder. Murder charges in Florida have some of the harshest penalties if convicted. However, what’s the case for someone who asks for death? One recent Florida case highlights the complexities of the law when it comes to assisting in suicide. This article will define and explain assisted self-murder charges …
Read MoreJudge Releases Four Middle School Students Jailed for Alleged Threats on TikTok
March 1, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Social Media, Violent Crimes Social Share
Two weeks after several middle school students were arrested for making mass shooting depictions on TikTok, a Manatee County judge has determined there is no probable cause to continue detaining the preteens. However, they are potentially facing felony charges for written or online threats of mass shootings. This page will provide details from the case, along with information pertaining to …
Read MoreJudge Issues an Arrest Warrant for Rapper Kodak for Violating his Bail Conditions
March 1, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drug Charges, News & Announcements, Probation Violation Social Share
In certain circumstances, a person arrested for a criminal offense may be offered bail or a pretrial release. However, such an offer comes with usually strict rules that the defendant must follow. If any of the terms of bail are violated, it could result in the defendant being taken back into custody. In a recent case in Broward County, rapper …
Read MoreCentral Florida Shooting Results in Multiple Deaths
February 27, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes Social Share
Earlier this week, deputies in Central Florida responded to calls about a deadly shooting. However, several hours later, the unthinkable happened when the alleged shooter returned to the scene and shot at several journalists and innocent bystanders in the neighborhood. This article will provide the case details along with information on the likely charges the defendant will face after being …
Read MoreWhat is the Proposed EAGLES Act?
February 27, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share
Two years after it was first addressed, the proposed EAGLES Act has been reintroduced in Congress by a group of U.S. Senators. The law aims to prevent future acts of mass violence by creating assessment measures for schools. This page will provide details on the bill, along with the criminal charges for threatening a mass shooting or mass violence in …
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Attorney Don Pumphrey, Jr. is a former prosecutor, former law enforcement officer, and a successful and experienced criminal defense attorney. Don has achieved over 100 not guilty verdicts at trial and over 2,000 dismissals.
