On behalf of Andrew M. Coffey, P.A. | Jul 31, 2020 | Drug Charges
Seeing those blue lights in your rear-view mirror may cause you stress and anxiety, regardless of whether you have anything in your vehicle that could land you in hot water. Staying calm when authorities pull you over may help you avoid finding yourself in trouble,...
On behalf of Andrew M. Coffey, P.A. | Jul 28, 2020 | Drug Charges
In the past, Florida had high imprisonment rates. That is probably due to strict supervision violation policies, mandatory minimum sentences and limited release options. Times are changing, and the rate of imprisonment is dropping. The jury is out on whether that is a...
On behalf of Andrew M. Coffey, P.A. | Jun 30, 2020 | Drug Charges
Especially if you face drug possession charges for the first time, knowing what you are up against may help you prepare and even give you some peace of mind. There is a process for how your case will go, and standards that the prosecuting party must adhere to if they...
On behalf of Andrew M. Coffey, P.A. | Jun 8, 2020 | Drug Charges
You have a medical condition that you take medicine for, and you think nothing about stashing a few pills in your pocket or a toiletry bag when leaving the house. Recently, police found you with your medication on you and charged you with a drug crime. What do you do...
On behalf of Andrew M. Coffey, P.A. | Mar 17, 2020 | Drug Charges
Florida’s state corrections department has increased its spending upwards of 60% in the last ten years. As a result, taxpayers are wondering why prison costs are rising while crime rates are plummeting. To cut spending, a new bill proposes measures that will...
On behalf of Andrew M. Coffey, P.A. | Feb 3, 2020 | Drug Charges
Since 2015, the government of Florida has been steadily introducing more progressive laws that decriminalize the possession of small amounts. However, statewide it is still considered a misdemeanor offense to possess 20 grams or less of marijuana. This could...
On behalf of Andrew M. Coffey, P.A. | Nov 15, 2019 | Drug Charges
Like the flu, cancer or anxiety disorder, addiction is an illness. As such, the traditional penalties levied through the justice system do not always serve to rehabilitate those who have been charged with drug-related offenses. However, if you are facing drug charges...
On behalf of Andrew M. Coffey, P.A. | Aug 27, 2019 | Drug Charges
Due to the growing number of fatalities caused by the use of opioids and their synthetic counterparts, Florida lawmakers decided to classify fentanyl as a murder weapon. According to the South Florida Sun Sentinel, an individual who is caught distributing the powerful...
by Andy Coffey | May 1, 2019 | Drug Charges, Firm News
A major undercover investigation into methamphetamine trafficking in Florida has led to charges being filed against 47 individuals according to an announcement from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office. In addition to taking 44 suspects into custody and obtaining...
by Andy Coffey | Apr 25, 2019 | Drug Charges, Firm News
Drug use is a common issue on many Florida college campuses. This can involve prescription drugs that are acquired and sold illegally as well as recreational drugs. For a college student who is arrested and charged with selling drugs, a conviction can have negative...
