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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 […]
Federal agents recently arrested a Miramar man for allegedly taking part in an international drug ring. He reportedly used Internet resources and the U.S. mail service to import a type of synthetic heroin known as “fentanyl” which is in circulation in Florida communities and has been claimed to be taking the lives of users in […]
This month is domestic violence awareness month. It is a time when Florida clerks of court are ready to act as a resource for anyone in the state who wishes to be protected from this type of violence. It is a time also to highlight and remind the state’s citizens how alarming domestic violence statistics […]
Facing a felony or misdemeanor charge can be one of the most stressful moments of your life. You shouldn’t have to face it alone. But you don’t want to hire just any attorney to defend you; you need the very best criminal defense attorney that you can get. 1. Should you hire a criminal defense […]
Maybe you’ve been caught shoplifting in Miami. or you’ve been unfairly accused of shoplifting in Hialeah, Coral Gables, Aventura or Coconut Grove. Either way, there’s a good chance the police will get involved. Take it from Miami criminal defense attorney Albert Quirantes: there’s a lot that the cops and store personnel will do to try […]
Possession of cocaine is treated very seriously in Florida, as a University of Miami student found out in August of 2015. Perhaps in hindsight rather naively, he decided to play a joke on the university’s administration just before one of their routine searches for drugs in student dorms. The young man, Harrington, spread rails of […]
The stand your ground defense legislation will be used to defend a man who shot and killed another man in a disagreement about the use of a cell phone in a Florida movie theater. Curtis Reeves, now aged 73, is a retired Tampa police captain. He faces a second-degree murder charge for the part he […]
Delta-8 THC has found a legal loophole in many jurisdictions due to the specifics of how laws are written regarding cannabis and its derivatives. The 2018 Farm Bill, which is federal legislation, legalized hemp and hemp-derived compounds, extracts, and derivatives by removing them from the definition of marijuana in the Controlled Substances Act. The bill […]
In the ever-evolving landscape of cannabis legislation in the United States, Florida presents a unique case of partial legality that mirrors the complex relationship between state and federal laws regarding marijuana. In November 2024, Florida will be voting on Amendment 3, aiming to legalize recreational marijuana for adults 21 and older, allowing possession of up […]
In Florida, the legality of cannabis oil, specifically CBD oil, has seen significant development over the years, evolving to accommodate medical needs and align with federal guidelines. Following the approval of Amendment 2 in 2016, Florida expanded its medical marijuana program, allowing CBD products with high levels of both CBD and THC for residents over […]
In Florida, the legality of guns and the carrying of firearms have been subject to significant legal discussion and legislative action. As of 2024, a notable shift in legislation affects individuals wishing to carry firearms in the state. Florida has implemented new laws regarding the carrying and possession of weapons and firearms. A critical piece […]
The legality of alcohol can be attributed to a variety of historical, social, and economic factors. Initially, alcohol has been a part of human culture for thousands of years, serving as a staple in religious ceremonies, social gatherings, and medicinal practices. This long history has deeply embedded alcohol in many societies around the world. Historically, […]
Cuban cigars remain a subject of intrigue and legal complexity in the United States. Despite various shifts in policy over the years, the core issue remains tied to the U.S.-Cuba trade embargo, initiated in 1962, which broadly prohibits the importation of Cuban goods, including the famed Cuban cigars. In recent history, there have been moments […]
Intentionally starting a bar fight is rare, but you might find yourself in one unexpectedly. Bar staff will likely call the police if a fight breaks out and doesn’t stop quickly. If the police believe you participated in the brawl, even if you tried to avoid it, they could arrest you on several potential criminal […]
Police officers often use Field Sobriety Tests (FSTs), also known as Field Sobriety Exercises (FSEs), to arrest drivers suspected of DUI, aiming to determine if a driver was driving after consuming alcohol. These tests typically consist of 3 – 5 exercises, including walking in a straight line, standing on one leg, and touching your finger […]
