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Obama Issues Executive Order That Keeps Criminal Records Off Federal Job Applications

Can the police search my car if they smell marijuana?

There is often significant confusion when it comes to the issue of traffic stops by law enforcement officials and, in particular, what they are legally...

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Legislation would limit drone use by those convicted of sex crimes

The current gadget of choice for people of all ages is not a phone, a video game system or any sort of electronic device. Rather,...

When do I have to disclose my name to law enforcement?

The majority of people don’t give more than a second thought to cooperating with law enforcement officials over things like handing over their driver’s license...

Near-historic number of inmates to be released from federal prison

Statistics show that roughly 25 percent of the world’s prison population can be found here in the United States, while as much as one third...

What does Florida law have to say concerning drug paraphernalia?

When it comes to drug-related offenses, there are terms that seem entirely foreign and steeped in legalese, terms that require no explanation whatsoever, and terms...

Pharmacy board looking to improve access to prescription drugs

In previous posts, we’ve discussed how the Florida Board of Pharmacy has attempted to crackdown on the problem of prescription drug abuse and its associated...

Understanding more about retail theft – II

Last time, our blog began examining what actions constitute shoplifting — otherwise known as retail theft — here in the state of Florida. To that...

Understanding more about retail theft

When it comes to shoplifting, there is an unfortunate adage that it is somehow a “victimless crime.” This couldn’t be any more untrue, however, as...