Prior convictions play a major role in Florida drug sentencing. If you have a history of drug-related offenses, you may face harsher penalties. Florida law considers prior convictions when determining your sentence, which can lead to longer jail time, higher fines,...
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Drug Crimes
Potential defenses against DUIs for prescription drugs
A DUI charge can apply even when an individual is not intoxicated by alcohol. Prescription medications can also impact one's ability to drive, which can lead to DUI charges. However, facing this sort of incident doesn't always have to mean conviction. There are a few...
What category of crime is drug trafficking in Florida?
Drug trafficking is a serious crime. This makes it important for anyone involved in or affected by the legal system to understand its classification. Classification of drug trafficking In Florida, drug trafficking falls under the category of felony offenses. These...
What penalties are possible for fentanyl trafficking?
Trafficking fentanyl carries significant legal consequences that defendants need to know. Fentanyl, a potent synthetic opioid, has a high potential for abuse. Defendants facing charges related to fentanyl trafficking may encounter severe penalties upon conviction....
Helping in an overdose may not result in charges
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement reported 7,667 drug-related deaths from January to June 2022. In hopes of reducing overdose deaths, the state has taken a compassionate approach to encourage individuals to seek help without fear of legal repercussions....
When can law enforcement search your vehicle in a traffic stop?
During a Florida traffic stop, authorities may want to search your vehicle. Whether they have the right to do so in the absence of your permission depends on the specifics of the situation. Understanding when you have the right to refuse a law enforcement officer’s...
Are you eligible for drug court in Lee County?
As someone who lives in Florida and has a substance dependency, you may find that your dependence impacts your behavior and makes you act in ways you otherwise would not. Many people in Florida jails and prisons on drug-related charges are there because they suffer...
Understanding drug paraphernalia laws in Florida
Drug paraphernalia laws in Florida are strict, and the possession of these items can lead to serious criminal charges. It is important to understand what drug paraphernalia is and the potential consequences of possession. Having drug-related materials can be a...
What to know about drug courts
If you, or a loved one, are under arrest for a drug offense, you may be wondering what your options are. Previously, those facing drug-related charges could expect fines, jail time or both, depending on the severity of the offense. However, Florida has changed...
3 FAQs about a drug charge in Florida
While the laws continue to change for marijuana possession, anyone without a medical marijuana card still faces potentially severe consequences. Those only increase for other types of drugs. The state has seen a downward trend in drug-related arrests. In 2020, the...
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