Getting stopped by the police can be scary at the best of times, and even worse if they ask to perform a search of your vehicle. You have a number of rights in situations such as this, and it’s important to know that you do not have to consent to ...
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Being in possession of cocaine is a serious offense. Drug possession is both a Federal and State-level crime and in both cases the steps you take during and soon after your arrest can make a big difference in the level of penalties you may face.&nbs...
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Drug trafficking is the process of transporting, selling, manufacturing, or importing illegal drugs, and is a Federal crime with high penalties. Trafficking is a more serious crime than drug possession, and the penalties you may face depend on the t...
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Under Florida law, “driving under the influence” doesn’t just apply to alcohol, but also the use of any drug that may impair your ability to operate a vehicle. This includes illegal drugs, prescription drugs, or over-counte...
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Being charged with conspiracy to distribute drugs is an extremely serious Federal crime, and in almost all cases mandatory minimum sentences will apply. These minimum sentences mean that convictions can have major and long-term impacts on your life,...
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Reported overdose deaths in Florida involving opioids are on the rise. Nearly 10% of deaths involved synthetic opioids like fentanyl. Because of the highly addictive and deadly nature of these drugs, the ...
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Domestic Violence, Drug Crimes, DUI Defense, General Criminal Defense, State Criminal Defense, Theft Defense, Uncategorized
Yes, the holidays are intended for peace, joy, and goodwill to others. Unfortunately, not everyone spends the season this way. Every year, there is a notable spike in criminal activity directly related to the holiday season - most often tr...
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Have you or someone you know been arrested for drug possession charges? These carry significant penalties which is why you should contact a qualified criminal defense attorney immediately. Tampa defense attorney Ben Stechschulte will quest...
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Photo Credit: Sunset Music Festival Sunset Music Festival here! People from across Tampa Bay will be at Raymond James Stadium to see some of the best EDM acts in the world. The lineup includes acts like Skrillex and Zedd. Stechschulte Nell Law fi...
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The opioid epidemic is damaging lives across the country, with 27 million Americans stating that they have misused illegal drugs or opioid-based prescription pain killers in 2016. States have been cracking down on physicians who over-prescr...
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