Hit-and-run accidents are a growing concern in Florida, with thousands of cases reported every year. In response, Florida lawmakers have enacted stricter penalties and new legal provisions in 2025 to curb this dangerous crime and protect victims. Whether you’re a driver, pedestrian, or cyclist, understanding these changes is crucial to staying informed and knowing your […]
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Florida is one of the top Spring Break destinations in the U.S., drawing millions of visitors every year to its beaches, nightlife, and entertainment hotspots. From Clearwater Beach and St. Pete Beach to Miami and Daytona, tourists and college students flock to the Sunshine State for fun in the sun. However, with large crowds, alcohol-fueled
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Social Media, Sensationalism, and the Search for Justice The 26-year-old accused of fatally shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City last month is not expected to return to federal court until mid-February. Initially set for January 18, Luigi Mangione’s indictment date was postponed to February 17 after both parties agreed to the delay.
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As expected, Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill approved unanimously by the legislature to ban child-like sex dolls. The law goes into effect October 1, 2019. A legislative analysis of the bill said that child-like sex dolls imported from China, Japan and Hong Kong are becoming increasingly prevalent in the U.S. They are part of
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The 8th Amendment to the the US Constitution is another important provision for those facing criminal charges. It states, “Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.” It serves as a safeguard that the “punishment should fit the crime” and that incarceration before adjudication of guilt or
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I started with the 4th Amendment earlier this week. There is another important amendment that guarantees rights in cases where one stands accused of a crime. The Fifth Amendment creates a number of rights relevant to both criminal and civil legal proceedings. In criminal cases, the Fifth Amendment guarantees the right to a grand jury,
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The 6th Amendment guarantees a defendant the right to a fair and speedy trial but how is that a useful right if it’s rarely used? The U.S. Courts government website says about 10% of cases go to trial. For federal charges, the National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys did a study and found only about
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Last Monday’s ruling by Palm Beach County Judge Leonard Hanser was a huge victory for Patriots’ owner Robert Kraft who was one of dozens of spa patrons allegedly caught on camera receiving illicit massages at the spa in January. He and other defendants pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor charges stemming from the footage and other
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After years of wrangling, the Florida Legislature sent a stricter bill to Gov. DeSantis for signature. If Governor DeSantis signs the bill, it will take effect on July 1, 2019. The bill affects Florida drivers in two significant ways: 1)texting while driving becomes a primary offense which means a police officer can stop a vehicle
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A 24-year-old Port Richey woman was booked into the Pasco County Jail after posting graphic pictures of a man’s genitals on various social media platforms. Breyanna Helen Dean, 24, of Port Richey, was detained by the Pasco County Sheriff’s Office on April 27 after allegedly circulating the illicit pictures via direct messages to an unknown
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