Category Archives: Drug Crimes
Drug Trafficking vs “Intent To Sell”
Because of the state’s past history with illegal drugs, crimes involving sale or trafficking are taken incredibly seriously. That said, it is important to draw a distinction between the two. Florida law differentiates between the offenses, particularly in the matter of intent – but being charged with either can be a life changing event…. Read More »
Daytona Beach Man Attempts To Dump Fentanyl During Drug Bust
In early November 2023, a man living in Daytona Beach was at home when a search warrant was executed on his property – but instead of allowing law enforcement to search his home, he attempted to throw fentanyl down a sink. The man had been under investigation in recent months for allegedly selling drugs… Read More »
Police Mock Woman Hiding Drugs In An Unusual Place
Unfortunately, Florida has a significant problem with drug usage and drug dealing, with one offense feeding the other. However, in this day and age, a person who is caught possessing or dealing drugs not only has to contend with the legal process, but may also face mockery on social media. The Brevard County Sheriff… Read More »
Florida Man Busted After Plans For Erectile Dysfunction Medication Ring Exposed
In early October 2023, a 77-year old man from The Villages was arrested by federal authorities after he bought almost $1,800 worth of erectile dysfunction (ED) drugs and sought to sell them in the retirement community. While most people are well aware that possession of illegal drugs is against the law, it is not… Read More »
Conspiracy To Commit Drug Crimes Is Also A Crime
Under U.S. federal and state law, a person generally must commit an offense before being tried for it. However, there are rare exceptions, and the crime of conspiracy is one. Technically, a person commits the crime of conspiracy by planning to commit another offense. It can be confusing to determine what has actually taken… Read More »
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia In Florida
Drug offenses are seen as very serious crimes in Florida. The state’s history of elevated drug use and addiction mean that law enforcement does its very best to clamp down on those who possess and sell illegal substances – but what many are not aware of is that in some cases, a person need… Read More »
Voters Still Debating Over Legalizing Cannabis In Florida
Over the last decade or so, there has been a significant shift in attitudes toward marijuana among U.S. residents, with data from the Pew Research Center finding only 1 in 10 respondents stating that marijuana should remain illegal in all situations. That said, U.S. federal lawmakers have shown a distinct lack of enthusiasm for… Read More »
Mandatory Minimum Sentences For Drug Offenses Remain In Florida
Florida lawmakers take drug crimes quite seriously, seeing them as crimes against society due to the state’s high rates of addiction. Because of this, and as a leftover from the state’s days of high drug crime rates, lawmakers have consistently voted to retain mandatory minimum sentences for several drug crimes, despite data existing that… Read More »
Is Vaping Legal In Florida?
As of this writing, cannabis is legal to use in Florida only in a medical context, and only with the appropriate permissions and paperwork from your doctor. However, this does not stop many Floridians from seeking out other ways to partake, and one of them that has become popular over time is vaping. While… Read More »
Will I Be Charged With A Felony Or A Misdemeanor?
If you have been arrested for a drug offense, one of the most important questions on your mind will almost certainly be the severity of any potential charges you will face. Florida has extremely strict drug laws, due to the state’s history as a trafficking hot spot, and while it is true that most… Read More »