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July 7, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Theft/Property Crimes Social Share

The newest bill signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis is taking aim at the rise of retail theft in the state. The measure is designated to crack down on what State Attorney Ashley Moody has called “organized retail crime.” Under SB 1534, harsher penalties will be invoked on individuals who are caught stealing. The new bill will now make it a …

July 7, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share

The long and seemingly never-ending search for a jury has finally come to an end. For the past several months, we have covered the process of finding a 12-person jury for the upcoming trial against Nikolas Cruz in the Parkland Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting from 2018. There has been an ongoing list of issues or complications in the …

July 7, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Juvenile Offenses, News & Announcements Social Share

So far the long list of controversial bills signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis this past week has been received with frustration and anger. The new state policies on legal abortions and the “Don’t Say Gay” law have all been the main sources of topic, however, there are additional bills that should be addressed, for how they will affect …

July 7, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share

A new law has just been passed to remind Florida drivers to “turn it down!” The streets are set to be much quieter from July 1st, as Gov. DeSantis has passed the renewal of the “Loud Music Law.” Under the new law drivers will be fined for playing music too loud, specifically from 25 feet or further. The law is …

July 7, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Theft/Property Crimes Social Share

When it comes to stealing in Florida, it is the value of the item or items stolen that matter. The difference between petit theft and grand theft is merely how much the stolen property was worth. Florida takes theft very seriously, especially the crime of grand theft. One man in Florida has recently been arrested for stealing boating equipment in …

July 7, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes Social Share

The Supreme Court voted on several important laws over the last week. One of the laws that was challenged was New York’s law which gives the state officials the discretion over granting concealed carry permits for firearms. What exactly does this mean? It will basically put into place a nationwide right for individuals to carry guns outside of their private …

July 7, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements Social Share

Social media is the modern way of connecting with people all over the internet. Regardless of age, gender, or location, with the click of a button, you can instantly communicate with others. The most popular social media platform at the moment is TikTok, a mobile app where people can post videos, comment on other’s posts, and messages. Although TikTok has …

July 5, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense Social Share

When a criminal offense has been committed, the first person to get in trouble with authorities is the suspected person who acted out the crime. However, what happens to the others involved? Even if you are not the person who has committed the crime yourself, you can still get in trouble with the law for helping out the accused person. …

July 5, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share

A family of four has been accused of brutally beating a man nearly to death, and causing him to go almost completely blind. The 31-year-old victim is hiding his identity with the protection of Marsy’s Law, but has decided to press charges six months after the attack. The case is being considered a hate crime by the police, since the …