Sending or Receiving Drugs by Mail

Since many states have decriminalized marijuana, it may not seem that risky these days to mail some weed to a friend. But under federal law, cannabis is still a controlled substance, and  there are harsh penalties for sending illicit drugs through the U.S. Postal Service. And because of the recent dramatic rise in drug overdose […]

DUI with Property Damage

The amount of trouble you can get into for being charged with a DUI in Florida depends on your level of impairment and whether there were aggravating circumstances. The Driving under the influence law makes it illegal for anyone with a minimum Blood Alcohol Level (BAC) of .08 or more to operate a motor vehicle. […]

School Shooting Threats: The Copycat Effect

Following every school shooting, a wave of copycat threats inevitably reverberates across the country like an aftershock of the tragedy. Scores of teens–sometimes children–find themselves facing serious charges after posting a menacing message on social media. For most, it’s a hoax or a prank, giving in to a reckless impulse to wreak some havoc. But […]