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Joyride On Forklift Leads To Teenagers Facing Felony Charges
It is not uncommon for teenagers to be mischievous, but sometimes the actions of teens can get them in trouble with the law. What starts out as a bit of fun can escalate and result in offenses that will land teens in court and in need of experienced criminal defense lawyers to protect their rights....
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Domestic Violence Protection Order Violation May Soon Be A Felony
Thousands of Florida residents claim to be victims of domestic violence every year, which means the number of alleged abusers is pretty significant. While domestic violence is a serious concern — one that is not taken lightly by law enforcement officials — any such accusations typically need to be substantiated in order for legal action to be taken. As...
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Misdemeanor Federal Charge For Man Who Transported Injured Owl
From misdemeanors to felonies, a criminal conviction carries potentially stiff penalties with across-the-board consequences. For that reason, when a person has been accused of committing a crime, it is crucial that one understands his or her legal rights. This is something that one man here in Florida will want to keep in mind as he decides...
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Florida Bicyclists Injured in Drunk Driving Crash
An accident took place in Hillsborough County, Florida, on a recent Monday night that injured two people. The drunk driving crash reportedly occurred at approximately 8:30 p.m. The man behind the wheel of the vehicle that is alleged to have been involved in the accident agreed to police officers’ request to take a breathalyzer test and reportedly failed it. According to reports,...
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Misdemeanor Offense Charge Dropped Against NFL RB Chris Johnson
Sometimes individuals here in Florida and elsewhere can be wrongfully accused of a crime. And in some cases, individuals may be guilty but are able to find technicalities or legal loopholes in order to get the charges reduced or the entire case dismissed completely. Although it isn’t clear exactly what happened, an NFL running back is likely...
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Deputy Facing Felony Charge After Texting Crime-scene Photos
During a police investigation, photos are taken of the entire crime scene. Although investigators are typically the ones who take these pictures, deputies may also take photos. However, these photos must be part of the investigation and cannot ever be used for personal reasons. A deputy in Florida is currently being accused of doing just...
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Nicholas Brendon Faces Felony Charge Over Alleged Misconduct
Florida fans of the television show “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” may have heard about the arrest of one of the stars of the show. Nicholas Brendon was recently arrested in Florida for suspected criminal mischief and grand theft. As he is facing a felony charge, he will need to proceed carefully in order to protect his rights....
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Woman Pleads Guilty in Fatal Head-On Collision DUI
According to reports, a Florida woman entered a guilty plea on Feb. 18 to two counts of DUI manslaughter for her actions in a fatal accident that occurred in November 2013. The Florida Highway Patrol indicated in its original reports that the woman, who was 20 at the time, went for drinks at a Coral...
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Alleged Drunk Driver Wrecks, Truck Catches Fire
According to law enforcement authorities with the Florida Highway patrol, an allegedly intoxicated driver crashed into a pickup truck, causing the truck to burst into flames. Reportedly, the accident occurred on Feb. 13 in the northbound lanes of the Florida Turnpike around 7:30 a.m. in Boca Raton. Officers allege that a 34-year-old Boynton Beach woman...
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Woman Incarcerated For DUI After Driving Wrong Way
A female Florida resident has been taken into custody by police after accusations of DUI and improper operation of a motor vehicle. They claim to have found her driving in the wrong lanes of a highway in Tampa. Authorities reported that the incident occurred at 1:26 a.m. on Feb. 5. The Florida Highway Patrol alleges...
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