If you’re planning to drive during the holidays this year, be prepared to see more Florida Highway Patrol officers on the roads. The Florida Highway Patrol has reported that it will be spending more time on the roads during the Christmas and New Year’s holidays in response to the growing risk of drunk driving. Tourists make their way down to…
It’s sometimes hard to imagine that someone could hate you because of the color of your skin, the culture you come from, your gender or other reason. You’re an individual, and you should treat all people as individuals as well. Hate crimes aren’t particularly uncommon in the United States. The country has a long history of intolerance among certain groups…
You didn’t think that trying drugs once would get you into trouble, but it just so happened that today wasn’t your lucky day. You were caught in possession of drugs and now face charges as a result. If you’re convicted of drug charges, you could face a number of penalties ranging in severity from small fines to time in prison.…
DUIs have long-term consequences that extend beyond jail time or a fine. Interestingly, many extremely conscientious drivers do end up with DUIs, which ruin their clean driving records. These individuals aren’t bad people, but as a result of a bad decision, they may have several long-term consequences to deal with. A DUI conviction’s most obvious consequence is that your criminal…
Two hospitals in Escambia County have filed lawsuits against pharmaceutical companies claiming that the companies are in some way responsible for the ever-growing opioid epidemic in the county. The two hospitals are seeking the claim in hopes that they can recover the costs associated with treating patients addicted to opioids. The news reports that the Jay and Baptist Hospitals, both…
You have been defending yourself, but it’s clear that it’s possible for a guilty verdict to be reached. Your attorney’s job isn’t just to get you acquitted, though. He or she fought to make sure you get the lowest possible sentence for your actions in the event of a conviction. In this case, one of the best things you can…
When you think of a drunk driver, you probably think of someone in a car or truck. You don’t think of people riding their bikes, using a skateboard or riding on a lawn mower. In fact, you might even think someone drinking a beer is fairly common while they mow their lawns. As true as that is, driving a lawn…
When you get a medication by prescription, that medication has been specifically designated for your use. By giving it away, you’re actually hurting the person you give it to by allowing him or her to avoid going to the doctor and potentially allowing him or her to use a medication that isn’t safe. Even if there is no cash involved…
First degree murder is the most serious criminal offense you can be charged with because it can result in the death penalty, or a lifetime sentence in prison. As such, those accused of this crime will want to review the evidence and information being brought against them carefully to illuminate any flaws in the prosecution’s presentation of the facts. One…
Law enforcement has begun cracking down on pill mills throughout Florida. The definition of a pill mill is a practice where a pharmacist or doctor dispenses prescription medication in an inappropriate and illegal manner. Doctors should be wary of becoming involved in a pill mill. Provided here is all the basic information you need to know about this illegal practice. Signs Community members…
