On July 1, a new law, known as Senate Bill 1044, went into effect in Florida. The law-signed by Gov. Rick Scott on April 1-places limits on civil forfeiture. Civil forfeiture funds are money or property that law enforcement seizes if it suspects these things were...
Viral post of juvenile crimes leads to arrests in Florida
Peer pressure may make teens do unthinkable things. Such was the case when a group of Florida girls got together for some fun but ended up facing charges of felony animal cruelty. The recent practice of posting juvenile crimes on social media led to the arrests when a...
Florida man charged with numerous felonies after police shootout
An entire Florida neighborhood was thrown into chaos recently when a man barricaded himself in his house and began firing at police. Nearly 40 homes were evacuated, and traffic was diverted as police and a SWAT team attempted to capture the man who was suspected of...
Florida police catch 13 in shoplifting net
Police intend to send a message to potential thieves that crime will not be tolerated. This was one goal of a large operation which combined the efforts of Florida law enforcement with local retailers. Focusing on so-called hot spots, police arrested 13 people for...
Florida teens accused of serious juvenile crimes
Getting caught up in a negative situation can often lead to unfortunate circumstances. Individuals accused of juvenile crimes could find themselves facing serious allegations and potential jail time if they are convicted of charges brought against them. Three teens in...
Domestic violence, other charges leveled against man in Florida
Going into legal proceedings may seem daunting for individuals who may not know what to expect. As a result, individuals accused of domestic violence or other alleged criminal activity may become more anxious as they await their court dates. However, if individuals...
Florida men taken into custody on theft charges
Three individuals recently taken into custody in Florida may soon be exploring their legal options. Reports stated that the men were accused of having involvement in a theft ring revolving around iPhones. Each man is facing his own set of charges, and as a result, the...
Felony charges: Florida teen accused of arson
When a teenager is accused of being involved in a serious crime, there may be concern for the well-being of the juvenile as well as for how the legal case should be handled. The parents of an individual facing felony charges may wish to determine the best routes for...
Drug charges filed against 2 men in Florida
Criminal investigations can sometimes span months or even years before authorities act on suspicions of illegal activity. Unfortunately for two men in Florida, an investigation recently led to their arrests on drug charges. Reports stated that authorities allegedly...
Florida woman accused of domestic violence
Domestic violence is a serious allegation that sometimes results when a disagreement at home gets out of hand. Because these situations can vary in severity, an accused individual could be at risk of differing levels of consequences if they are convicted of charges....
