Drug Possession

Many people in Florida keep small amounts of weed at home or in their car. However, it is important to know that the possession of marijuana is still illegal under state law. Even possessing a small amount, commonly referred to as a "personal use" amount, can result...

Constructive possession is a legal theory that police can use to charge an individual with possession of drugs, even if they were not physically holding them at the time of arrest. Common examples of this include drugs found in your car, house, or even a locker you...

What comes to your mind when presented with the phrase "white powdery substance?" The ambiguity can lead to many different images such as an ordinary household item like wheat flour or laundry soap. For those with wandering minds, it could also evoke something more...

Mistakes can be made. The majority of mistakes are minor and can easily be corrected. Other times, the mistakes are major ones and can leave lasting damage to property, individuals and/or an individual's reputation. In fact, Florida law enforcement officers are not...

There are some actions that are almost certain to gain the attention of Florida law enforcement officers. Running a stop sign and speeding are two such actions. Thus, if one is stopped after committing one of these actions, it should come as no surprise. Furthermore,...

The Florida public is essential in the war on drugs. Many times, when someone notices something suspicious, he or she will notify the police. Based upon this tip, police will often investigate the situation and make drug possession arrests. Recently, Florida police...

In most Florida neighborhoods, the neighbors watch out for each other. They recognize when someone who doesn't belong in the neighborhood is there, and they often monitor the comings and goings of these suspicious visitors. Whenever something suspicious happens in the...

For many, the gentle lull of a motor vehicle can make them groggy or even put them to sleep. Once this begins to happen, it is easy for the driver to simply drift off and take a short nap. Such a nap can have devastating consequences if the car is in motion; if the...

At times, legal problems can arise from being in the wrong place at the wrong time. If one is present when Florida law enforcement steps in, it is possible that one could be assumed to be part of a problem by simply being at the scene. Recently, a passenger is a car...

Florida law enforcement officials utilize different techniques in an effort to discover instances of selling drugs. Conducting traffic stops is one method. Lake Wales Police recently used this tactic to arrest a man who they suspected of drug possession. The local man...