Florida’s Loud Music Law

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Is the "Loud Music Law" a Pretext for Vehicle Searches Without a Warrant? We have all experienced loud music from surrounding vehicles, disturbing us on roadways and in our homes. Drivers need to hear what is happening around them. Studies have shown that loud noise emanating from vehicles may slow... Read More

“Snitches” and Wrongful Convictions

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Law enforcement and prosecutors use various strategies to facilitate investigations andconvictions. A technique widely used is confidential informants. Also known as“snitches,” they provide evidence that is otherwise difficult to find, furnishing probablecause for law enforcement to obtain a search warrant or make an arrest. The use ofinformants calls into question... Read More

Proposed Legislation and Current Gun Carry Laws in Florid

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Gun control is a controversial issue that sparks heated debates throughout our country. There are reports of violent crimes spiraling out of control in our nation’s cities. Proponents of a permit less gun carry law with no restrictions for concealed carry, cite the need for self-defense. Gun rights activists call... Read More
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DUI Arrests During the Holiday Season

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 The holidays are quickly approaching, with all the celebrations and expectations of the season's festivities. While it is a joyful time, it is also the start of a dramatic spike in motor vehicle accidents and fatalities due to driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The National Highway Traffic... Read More
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Cybercrimes: Defending Against Internet and Computer Crime Allegations

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   Cybercrimes, also known as computer crimes, are on the rise in Florida. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Florida ranked second in the nation for the number of computer crimes committed in 2020. Computer-related fraud was up nearly 70% from 2019 to 2020. In March 2022, FBI Director... Read More
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Drug-Sniffing Dogs: Search Warrant on a Leash?

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Drug detection dogs are deployed in a wide range of law enforcement operations. They are often present at schools, airports, security checkpoints, traffic stops, stadiums, theme parks, festivals, and other venues. In Florida, dogs help to apprehend suspects through tracking and searching, evidence location, drug detection, and search and seizure... Read More
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Faulty Forensic Evidence: Exonerating the Innocent

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In recent years, forensic evidence has come under increased scrutiny. Jurors generally accept forensic evidence in a criminal trial as foolproof. However, it can be inaccurate and lead to wrongful convictions and devastating consequences. Innocent defendants are wrongfully incarcerated or executed, while the guilty are free in the community to... Read More
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Crimes on Campus: Protecting Your College Student’s Future

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Sending young adults off to college is a source of great pride and a feeling of accomplishment for parents as their children take their final steps toward adulthood. Unfortunately, when college students are arrested or convicted of a crime, it can change the trajectory of their lives. There has been... Read More
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Attorney Andrew Pozzuto Upholds the Constitutional Rights of the Homeless

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We are proud and honored to announce that Attorney Andrew Pozzuto has been nominated as a finalist for the 2022 Trial Lawyer of the Year Award. Public Justice, a legal advocacy organization, presents this prestigious award annually to a trial lawyer who has made the most outstanding contribution for the good of the... Read More

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