The U.S. Constitution and the Florida Constitution provide many protections for people who are suspected of crimes. One of the most important protections that people have is that they are protected against unreasonable searches and seizures by the government. This is...
There are a variety of different penalties and consequences drivers accused of drunk driving facing. One potential consequence is an ignition interlock device which is why it is helpful for accused drivers to be familiar with what an ignition interlock device is and...
Since Florida is a prominent vacation state and people from across the country congregate to enjoy the warm weather, beaches and litany of activities available, drivers who get behind the wheel after drinking alcohol is perceived as a major problem. Law enforcement is...
The Fourth of July is approaching, and this means many in Pensacola will enjoy a drink or two as they spend the day at the beach or at a friend’s backyard barbecue. Summer fun can turn into summer disaster, however, if on the way home from the festivities you are...
An arrest can be a traumatic and difficult event for any Pensacola resident to experience. From their interactions with law enforcement officers to their arrival at the police station, an individual under arrest may feel confused, intimidated, and scared. In these...
While penalties vary, every state takes drug distribution charges seriously. Florida has some of the stiffest penalties because of the state being close to countries with high drug trafficking rates. A Pensacola resident could face several penalties for drug...
The Florida Highway patrol took a man into custody on Oct. 29 in connection with the killing of an 18-year-old Columbia County woman. The teenager's body was discovered in a Rivera Beach hotel room. Police determined that she had been shot. The man was arrested...
A gang and drug sweep in Florida on July 30 led to the arrest of 20 individuals believed to have connections to a violent street gang. During the investigation, which was launched in December 2019 and dubbed "Operation Dirt Devil," police focused on a gang known as...
Each time that you drive while impaired in Florida, you’re risking getting pulled over by a police officer. If you are stopped, you could be asked to take a blood, urine or Breathalyzer test. While you don't have to voluntarily comply with a request to do so, you...
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