Drug Charges

Transporting illegal drugs across state lines into Florida can have severe legal consequences. Accusations of interstate drug trafficking can result in both state and federal charges. These offenses can come with stiff penalties, including prison time and hefty fines....

Drug prohibition laws make it illegal to use or possess a variety of different substances. There are separate rules for cases involving simple possession as opposed to involvement in the drug trade. Individuals accused of illegal possession often expect the courts to...

Florida can take pride in many things, like its role in starting the national drug court movement. Miami-Dade County created the first drug court in the country in 1989. Since then, these courts have helped reduce crimes and costs while improving treatment outcomes....

Ecstasy, also known as MDMA, is a synthetic drug that alters mood and perception. It is popular in party and club scenes. However, it is important to understand the legal implications of possessing this substance.  In Florida, ecstasy is classified as a Schedule I...

Drug trafficking crimes in Tampa, Florida, can carry heavy penalties, so it's essential to understand some of the best defenses for these charges. Read on to learn more about managing drug trafficking charges. What is drug trafficking? Before we look at common...

Our readers may have heard that in Florida if a person sold or gave drugs to another person who later overdosed on those drugs and died, the first person can be charged with 1st-degree murder. This differs from most other forms of first-degree murder, which require a...

On February 19th, 2021, the Hillsborough County Commission voted unanimously to decriminalize small amounts of marijuana possession. The new ordinance also creates a pathway for individuals to get help through treatment and educational programs. What the new law does ...

Most people know the penalties for a conviction of selling illicit drugs are no slap on the wrist. Depending on the degree of the charges, maximum prison sentences can range from 5 to 30 years. But these penalties pale in comparison to the penalties for a murder...

Florida has some of the harshest penalties when it comes to drug crimes. Not only are you possibly looking at significant monetary fines and extensive jail and prison time. But the situation can often be extremely overwhelming and stressful. Leaving your whole world...

Many states have legalized the use of marijuana. But some states, like Florida, have laws legalizing only the restricted use of marijuana. Florida's residents will want to stay on top of the laws, and be aware of any potential changes. Florida's laws governing...