Recent Posts in Drug Crimes

Drug Possession vs Drug Trafficking Charges In Florida
Florida is notorious for having some of the strictest drug laws in the United States. This is true for a variety of reasons, but most notably due to its history – it was a cartel playground for many years, and even after that activity was brought down, its legacy of drug addiction and abuse… Read More »

What To Do If You Find Drugs On The Beach
According to figures from the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), there are roughly 10,000 shipwrecks scattered around the United States, with as many as 5,000 in waters off or near Florida. It is not uncommon for storms to uncover wrecks, or even for people walking on the beach to stumble across artifacts or… Read More »

Should I Plea Bargain For A Florida Drug Offense?
A plea bargain is an agreement in a criminal case where a defendant and a state’s attorney work out an accord to save both the state and the defendant the stress and expense of a trial. If you have been charged with a drug offense, you may wonder if a plea bargain is a… Read More »

Defending Against Florida Drug Possession Charges
Florida is a state that takes drug crimes extremely seriously, due to its past as a cartel mecca – which means that if you are charged with drug possession, it is crucial you take it seriously. Even being caught with a relatively small amount of drugs can lead to time behind bars, and a… Read More »

Explaining Florida Drug Free Zones
Drug free zones were created in Florida with the intention of curbing illegal activity in potentially important locations, such as schools, government buildings, assisted living facilities, and places of worship (among others). If someone is caught selling or otherwise distributing illegal drugs, they will face a more serious punishment (if convicted) than they would… Read More »

Federal vs State Drug Charges
As most Floridians are aware, their state has some of the toughest drug laws in the United States. However, what may escape notice is that U.S. federal drug charges can be as tough or even tougher, with stiff mandatory minimum sentences still being upheld for most drug-related crimes. If you have been charged with… Read More »

Potential Change To Florida’s Drug Overdose Laws
In this legislative session, Florida’s houses have seen fit to enact sweeping new laws on every issue from LGBTQ+ rights to zoning. In terms of criminal justice, there have been several changes that can adversely affect the rights of defendants, particularly those who face drug charges. Florida’s drug crime laws are some of the… Read More »