Penalties for Controlled Substances Possession Under Florida Law
- posted: Jan. 30, 2026
- Drug Crimes
Florida is well-known for imposing severe legal consequences on those caught with controlled substances. Florida’s drug classifications are patterned on federal law but in certain cases are stricter, which can Read More
Facing Florida’s Aggressive Stance Against Drug Trafficking
- posted: Apr. 15, 2025
- Drug Crimes
Florida has one of the nation’s toughest laws against drug trafficking. The crime is defined as the intentional sale, purchase, manufacture, delivery or transport of controlled substances in the state. Read More
What Makes a Crime in Florida a Federal Offense?
- posted: Jan. 30, 2025
- Drug Crimes,  Criminal Defense
In Florida, as elsewhere in the United States, a crime becomes a federal offense when it violates federal laws or involves certain circumstances that bring it under the jurisdiction of Read More
Defending Against Fentanyl Possession Charges in Florida
- posted: Oct. 15, 2024
- Drug Crimes
Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that has become a significant focus of criminal law enforcement in Florida, due to its high potency and the increasing prevalence of overdose deaths Read More
What Is Constructive Drug Possession and How Is it Proved?
- posted: Aug. 15, 2024
- Drug Crimes
In Florida, you can be found guilty of drug possession even without having the controlled substance on your person or in your vehicle or premises. Prosecutor can assert that you Read More
What to Know About Florida's Expungement and Sealing Laws
- posted: Apr. 30, 2024
- Drug Crimes,  Criminal Defense
A lingering arrest record, even from an incident where charges were dropped or you were never convicted, can cast a long shadow. It can block your path to securing a Read More
Beating a DUI Charge in Florida
- posted: Mar. 15, 2024
- Drug Crimes,  Criminal Defense
If you are arrested for driving while intoxicated (DUI) in Florida, you face significant criminal and civil consequences, including fines, jail time and loss or restriction of your driver’s license. Read More
How Drug Possession Becomes Trafficking Under Florida Law
- posted: Feb. 29, 2024
- Drug Crimes,  Criminal Defense
Florida is among the states with the toughest drug laws. A first-time offender convicted of possession of just a small quantity of cocaine can receive a sentence of up to Read More
Florida Enacts Harsher Penalties for “Rainbow Fentanyl” Trafficking
- posted: Dec. 30, 2023
- Drug Crimes
In recent years, the United States has seen a dramatic surge in the use of fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid that is 50 to 100 times more potent than morphine. Read More
When Does Drug Possession Become Drug Trafficking in Florida?
- posted: Mar. 15, 2023
- Drug Crimes
When Does Drug Possession Become Drug Trafficking in Florida? Read More
Drug Courts Offer Defendants Possible Avoidance of Jail Time
- posted: Sep. 15, 2022
- Drug Crimes
Conviction of drug offenses, even for simple possession of controlled substances, can result in jail sentences and ruined lives. However, drug use is often the result of addiction or physical Read More
Unlawful Opioid Distribution Carries Harsh Consequences
- posted: Apr. 15, 2022
- Drug Crimes
In Florida and across the country, the “Opioid Crisis” is raging. Drugs such as fentanyl and oxycodone are prescribed legitimately by physicians to treat patients with severe pain management issues. Read More
