Florida Governor Bans Child-Like Sex Dolls
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,
May 24, 2019
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Eighth Amendment Another Constitutional Protection
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,
May 23, 2019
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More Rights Afforded to Alleged Criminals and Why That’s Important
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
May 22, 2019
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Plea Deals Endangers Privileges of 6th Amendment
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?
May 20, 2019
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Prosecutors Appeal Exclusion of Video Evidence in NFL Owner’s Sex Sting Case
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
May 18, 2019
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Right to Counsel Threatened in Harvard University Debacle
The right to counsel is a bed rock principle of our legal system. As such, it’ s rarely questioned. It’s an assumption that we all
May 16, 2019
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Weaponized Sex and the Downfall of Senator Jack Latvala
In November 2017, I wrote a blog post entitled, “Sex Sells and the Bodies Are Falling Everywhere”. This is a follow-up to that earlier post.
May 13, 2019
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Pinellas Opens Up on Treatment Rather Than Jail for Drug Users
Most people who are arrested for drug use or possession in Pinellas County wind up in the county jail facing criminal charges. While incarcerated, they
May 10, 2019
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Florida Legislature Approves Stricter Texting While Driving Bill
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
May 9, 2019
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Why is Sheriff Chris Nocco Hiding Behind a Skirt?
Human history is fraught with such characters. Leaders who refuse to lead and leaders who can’t lead. If leadership was not thrust upon them by
May 1, 2019
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