Drug Crimes

It was 1989 when the first drug court got underway in Miami-Dade County. Since then, according to Florida Courts, "numerous studies have confirmed that drug courts significantly reduce crime, provide better treatment outcomes, and produce better cost benefits than...

Those who have been following the local news around Fort Myers might have picked up on an event in which six people were arrested for various drug charges in early June. This is an example of drug arrests resulting in multiple charges for the accused. Even if it...

Opioid addiction remains a serious concern for many people in Florida. The opioids that are contained in prescription drugs like pain relievers can lead people into drug addiction. To satisfy an addiction, people may engage in doctor shopping to acquire more of the...

If you are a parent in Florida, then you probably have been notified that your child's school has undergone a drug search by local law enforcement. Such searches are conducted often in school around the country as a way to keep drugs out of schools. However, you may...

It is no secret that there is an opioid problem throughout the whole country. These drugs are being prescribed legally and bought illegally off the street. They are highly addictive, and many illicit drugs are deadly. The overuse of prescriptions leading to addictions...

If you get a drug conviction in Florida, it could put your college plans in jeopardy. Drug crimes can affect your eligibility for financial aid, but this is something many students do not understand or even know about. Here's some helpful information you should know...

Everyone knows that drunk driving and driving under the influence of illegal drugs are huge no-nos in Florida, but do you also know the risks of driving while under the influence of prescription drugs? Law enforcement can stop you and arrest you for driving under...

DUI stands for driving under the influence. It is not substance specific. If you get a DUI in Florida, you could get it for being under the influence of alcohol or drugs. However, are prescription drugs included here? Can you get a DUI if you are under the influence...

Because medical marijuana is now legal in most states, it is becoming a new concern for lawmakers and law enforcement when it comes to drivers. If you are driving on a Florida roadway after using medical marijuana, can you be charged with a DUI or DWI? This is a...

Florida is just one of many states across the nation to pass medical marijuana laws. While recreational use is still in the air in most states, medical use of the plant has seen great support from voters and those in government. In June 2017, an amendment was signed...