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The crime of involuntary manslaughter in Florida is a serious offense, and the laws surrounding it are not as simple as they might seem. What follows is a brief overview of the laws of involuntary manslaughter in Florida. Basics The western legal tradition has long...
For many crimes there is a time period after which the state cannot prosecute a person suspected of it. These statutes of limitations vary widely from one crime to another in Florida, and several different events may extend the time during which prosecution is...
Florida’s laws concerning assault and battery frequently come into play in criminal trials, and they are not as straightforward as they may seem. Though they are frequently charged together, assault and battery are distinct crimes with distinct definitions. Following...
Drug possession is a major area of interest for law enforcement in Florida, and the laws governing the possession of drugs are somewhat intricate. Here’s what you need to know about drug possession laws in Florida. Basics Florida drug laws specify that possessing...
As in most places, kidnapping is a serious crime in the state of Florida. Originally an offense under the common law of England and Wales, the laws of kidnapping in Florida mirror similar laws in other states. Following is what you need to know about Florida’s...
Florida has a long and checkered history with capital punishment, and the current laws surrounding it are complex. Here’s a few things you should know about capital punishment in Florida. Basics Capital punishment has a long history in human society, stretching back...
Sexual crimes are an unfortunate reality of our world, and laws prohibiting non-consensual sexual contact or sexual violence are a necessary part of any law regime. Florida is no different, as the state has several statutes on the books prohibiting rape and...
A Crystal Beach man is facing a charge of attempted murder after Pinellas County authorities say he shot and seriously wounded his brother. Deputies say they were summoned to a residence on Avery Avenue last weekend to find a 36-year-old man critically wounded. They...
Four Georgians and three South Carolinians are facing Federal fraud charges for allegedly submitting false information to obtain a loan from the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), which they laundered among over $2.1 million in other fraudulently-obtained funds....
A professional football player from St. Petersburg is facing Federal fraud charges over allegations that he was involved in a plot to defraud the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) of over $24 million. Federal prosecutors say the 31-year-old man was part of a larger...
