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There are often two sides to a coin when it comes to the legal carrying of guns by just about anyone. This time, in the light of shootings on campuses throughout the country in recent years, Florida is considering legalizing gun possession on campuses in Florida. The student group “Students for Concealed Carry” believes such […]
You’re driving in Miami or Fort Lauderdale one night, and you see the blue and red lights flashing behind you. You’re going to get stopped. It’s especially important now to understand your rights, especially regarding a possible search of your car. Remember, cops can pull you over for lots of reasons. A traffic violation like […]
Sex offenders are unusual amongst convicted criminals who have already served their punishment meted out to them by the court. Even after they have been released from jail, they must register twice a year with law enforcement officials in the county they live in or wherever they have been requested to register. The requirement is […]
Rodney Renard Newberry, aged 46, was convicted of the 1st degree murder of Terrese Pernell Stevens, aged 38, when he used an AK-47 to shoot him a dozen times while along with two other males he robbed him in the parking lot of a club just north of Jacksonville’s Springfield district. The Florida Supreme Court […]
A Miami criminal defense attorney may request that a defendant be given more than one separate trial in certain circumstances. This may happen if the defendant has been charged with multiple offenses and the offenses are alleged to have been committed at separate times and are not necessarily connected with each other. Prosecutors tend to […]
A man who allegedly shot his friend nearly seven years ago is still in jail waiting for a trial that never seems to come. He has pleaded not guilty and his argument is that he shot the other man in self defense, but it seems that it has been hard to sort out the best […]
It has been reported that a man appeared to have become extremely upset after being denied a hair cutting job in a barber’s shop. The incident ended up in a police chase in Casselberry where the barber’s shop was located. It has been alleged that the suspect pulled a gun after being turned down for […]
Miami is one of the most popular cities for tourists in the entire United States. Last year, more than 14 million tourists came to enjoy the city. More than 7 million were visiting from abroad. Many millions more were visiting from out-of-state. And that’s just Miami – add Fort Lauderdale or Key West and we’re […]
It seems that swallowing 15 cocaine pellets was just a practice run for seasoned drug smuggler Matthew Lawson, aged 32 years. He was arrested in September 2015 at the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport when he flew in from Jamaica for swallowing and smuggling 115 pellets of cocaine, which weigh around two pounds. He has just […]
Lorenzo Adan Ramirez is now in prison for allegedly exposing himself to a woman in a restroom in a swimming pool area at the Villages, Leesburg. Ramirez, who normally works as a landscaper, told police officers that the exposure took place while he was searching for a bug in his pants. It appears that the […]
Just recently, police arrested a man in central Florida for stealing two big screen TVs, but in rather a bizarre manner. The crime was carried out in a way that reminds me of a 1970’s movie. The man, 46 year old Vantice Beshears, was arrested after he broke into a Honda dealership to carry out […]
You’re pulled over in Miami or Fort Lauderdale, and the cop asks for consent to search your car. He’s not really telling you if you’re free to go, and you unfortunately agree to the search. You thought he meant a quick search up front, but now he’s wants you to pop the trunk. Is it […]
This Miami theft case is making national headline news. There are some things that you would have thought could never be stolen because either they are far too big, too visible or impossible to conceal. This latest Florida theft incident has seen the theft of 2 semi trailers stacked up with Fraser fir Christmas trees […]
The media reports that Jeffrey Garcia, aged 28, has had several charges laid against him in relation to forcing two young women to strip and take part in prostitution. These crimes allegedly took place at a couple of Miami strip clubs and also include possession of marijuana, human trafficking and taking the proceeds from prostitution. […]
Jean Coty Ridore, the Principal at the North Miami Adult Education Center has been arrested on corruption charges.The 38 year old, who had been employed in this position since July 2005, has been charged with grand theft, unlawful compensation and official misconduct. The authorities claim he took $1,000 worth of cash to take on an […]
Arrested for DUI in Florida? Here’s What Happens in Your First 10 Days You didn’t see this coming. Maybe you had a couple of drinks at dinner and felt fine, then saw the lights in your mirror. Maybe it was a checkpoint on the causeway. Either way, once those handcuffs go on, a clock starts […]
Domestic Violence Charges in Miami: The System Is Already Working Against You Before You Say a Word Even if the alleged victim wants to drop the charges, it may not matter. Here’s the truth. One Phone Call. That’s All It Takes. In Miami-Dade County, domestic violence calls don’t get handled like other calls. The moment […]
Florida Has a Law That Can Wipe Your Criminal Record Clean, and Almost Nobody Knows About It You applied for a job you were more than qualified for. No callback. You applied for an apartment you could easily afford. Denied. You went for a professional license and got flagged. Same reason every time: a background […]
Florida has officially taken a hard stance on crime, and the consequences are immediate and severe. Governor Ron DeSantis has signed multiple laws that will dramatically impact how serious criminal cases are handled across the state. If you or someone you know is accused of certain crimes, everything just changed. THIS IS NOT A SMALL […]
Florida has passed a new law that will significantly change how driver’s licenses are issued starting January 1, 2027. Under this law, all Florida driver’s licenses and identification cards will include a designation reflecting the holder’s citizenship or legal status. While this may seem like a simple administrative update, it has serious implications, especially for […]
If you are being stopped by the police in Miami, Florida, what you do in the first few seconds can determine the outcome of your entire case. Whether it is a traffic stop, DUI investigation, or criminal investigation, knowing your rights is critical. At CriminalDefendant.com, we have been defending clients for over 35 years and […]
If you are driving 100 miles per hour or more, regardless of the posted speed limit, you are now subject to arrest. That means being taken to jail or having to bond out. Likewise, if you are driving 50 miles per hour or more over the posted speed limit, the result is the same: arrest, […]
It’s a question more and more people are asking: Can someone secretly record me in a grocery store, post it on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, and get away with it? With smartphones everywhere and social media turning everyday moments into viral content, many Floridians are shocked to discover themselves online without permission, without warning, and […]
