The types of offenses that constitute “domestic violence” are codified in Section 741.28 of the Florida Statutes. These offenses include assault, aggravated assault, battery, aggravated battery, and any other criminal offense committed against a family or household member that results in injury or death.
A former worker for the U.S. Postal Service has admitted to accepting bribes to deliver parcels that contained drugs. According to Local 10 News, Evelyn Ramona Price, 53, provided a man with addresses on her route where she would deliver the packages. She received $50 per package.
Pursuant to the Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, law enforcement personnel cannot conduct illegal searches and seizures. Several laws stem from the Fourth Amendment including those related to search warrants, safety inspections, stop-and-frisks, wiretaps, and surveillance.
Uber Technologies Inc has been one of the world’s fastest-growing companies since its rideshare app was released in 2010. For customers, Uber tends to offer lower rates and superior convenience compared to traditional taxis, and for drivers, Uber offers a flexible, part-time income.
According to a federal indictment, a Broward County elementary school teacher now faces charges of corruptly obstructing an official proceeding after she allegedly tipped off the target of a drug trafficking sting. The accused, 31-year-old Porsha Session, could face up to 20 years in prison if convicted.
According to Coral Spring Talks, an argument over smoking marijuana led to a double attempted murder at the Island Club apartments. The suspect, Artner Jocelyn, 26, was arguing with his mother and her boyfriend, Cenel Saul, about Jocelyn’s use of pot outside and inside the apartment.
In the state of Florida, DUI manslaughter is typically a second-degree felony offense. However, if the court finds that the defendant knew the crash happened and failed to give information or render aid, it will be charged as a first-degree felony.
A 24-year-old man was arrested after allegedly impersonating Justin Bieber online and blackmailing an 11-year-old girl to send him nude photos. The suspect, Bryan Asrary, allegedly found his victim two years ago on Justin Bieber’s Instagram account, reports Daily Mail.
Drug crimes in Florida carry harsh penalties compared to other states. The specific consequences of drug possession charges depend on several factors, one of the most important being the amount of drugs found in your possession.