,

Penalties for Selling Guns to the Cartels in Florida

Doing business with criminal organizations is a bad idea. It's an even worse idea when the criminal organization in question is the subject of constant debate among America's political class. Almost everyone agrees that Mexican cartels are causing…
,

Why You Should Be Careful When Selling These Sculptures

For many years now, the ivory trade has been mired in controversy. It doesn't take a genius to figure out where this material comes from: The dead carcasses of some of the most endangered species on the planet. And if you're caught selling sculptures…
,

How Bad Can a Florida DUI Really Be?

Florida DUIs can be relatively minor affairs with a slap on the wrist, some community service, and perhaps a few weeks of alcohol "re-education." On the other hand, DUIs can also result in much more serious penalties, perhaps putting you away…
,

Search of Punta Gorda home for drugs results in arrests

Punta Gorda, FL - Once law enforcement has sufficient evidence that a person or group of people is in possession of or distributing drugs, they can try to get a warrant to search an area where they will likely find the illegal substances. This…
,

Arson in Florida: The Circumstances Matter

People may set fires in Florida. Some burn their own homes to cash in on the insurance policy. Others set fires to kill or harm others. And simply want to see the world burn. But when it comes to arson in Florida, the circumstances behind the…
,

MSP Trooper Charged After Unlawfully Beating Civilian Who Wasn’t Using the Sidewalk

A Michigan State Police trooper is facing multiple criminal charges for the unruly beating of a civilian. The charges come months after the incident occurred on Webber Street near Julius Street on Saginaw’s South Side, MLive reported (1).…
,

Rapping About Crimes in New York — Can You Be Arrested?

For better or for worse, gang culture has become inexorably linked to rap music. Not all rappers are criminals, and not all gang members rap about their crimes -- but there's no denying that rap music often includes violent, graphic descriptions…
,

What Is the Penalty for Selling Counterfeit Art in Florida?

Those in the art business know that real, genuine pieces can go for millions of dollars. Investing in art can be an extremely lucrative pastime -- to the point where the savvy collector can outperform the stock market. But what if you start…
,

Suspect is seen stealing items from retail store in Punta Gorda area

Punta Gorda, FL - Many people in Florida are prosecuted for stealing. Retail theft has become a source of great loss for businesses, however suspects are not always caught or prosecuted because of the limited amount of resources that the government…
,

Florida, Deputy Charged with a Misdemeanor for Hitting Inmate 

A detention deputy was recently charged with misdemeanor battery and also suspended without pay after she reportedly hit an inmate while on duty. The main job of the deputy was relocating inmates to another cell. The inmate she was transporting…
,

Fort Myers, Florida, Driver Who Rammed into Dentists Office Charged with DUI

Drivers who are arrested for driving under the influence will have to face significant consequences because of how reckless their actions were. To try and reduce one's penalties or to explore lesser penalties, it is always wise to call an attorney…
,

Police find driver trafficking fentanyl in Punta Gorda area

Punta Gorda, FL - Fentanyl trafficking has become a huge national problem in recent years. The deadly substance is known to cause fatalities and overdoses at very small doses. Because of the dangerous nature of this drug, people who are distributing…
,

Fighting a Drive-By Shooting Charge in Largo

A drive-by shooting is considered an especially serious offense in Florida. These crimes often involve indiscriminate fire with a high chance of harming bystanders, and there is also the inherent danger of speeding away from the crime in a vehicle…
,

I Committed Covid-19 Loan Fraud in Mississippi: How Screwed Am I?

If you have committed Covid-19 loan fraud in Mississippi, you need to get in touch with a qualified, experienced criminal defense attorney at your earliest convenience. The government is now cracking down on anyone who obtained fraudulent loans…
,

What is a “Boiler Room” Fraud Scheme in Florida?

In the year 2000, the film Boiler Room made viewers aware of one of the most popular scams in the United States. Starring actors like Ben Affleck and Vin Diesel, this movie involves a "chop shop" brokerage firm that is secretly running a "pump…
,

The Most Commonly Smuggled Animals in Florida

Illegal wildlife smuggling is more common than many people realize in Florida. For some people, owning a common housecat or dog just isn't good enough. They need something more exotic -- something more interesting. This demand for wild animals…