An NFL running back is facing drug charges following a January traffic stop in Florida. Mark Walton, running back for the Cincinnati Bengals, reportedly is facing a marijuana possession charge after officers alleged smelled marijuana and found drugs in his vehicle...
Police stop individuals for various reasons. In some instances, a driver may be speeding and is pulled over. In other cases, an officer might be suspicious of someone's activities and decides to stop and question that individual. In these or other instances, a search...
Criminal allegations means different things to different people; however, it is likely an overwhelming and stressful time for anyone no matter the severity of the crime. For those with a criminal history, facing a criminal charge can be more problematic, as it is...
Like most states, Florida has cracked down on drug crimes. While this means addressing problems and issues associated with drug use and distribution, it also means many individuals facing serious penalties if they are suspected of committing a drug crime. Because the...
Individuals in Florida and elsewhere are aware that a person facing a criminal charge could be facing multiple charges stemming from one event. For example, a simple traffic violation could cause officers to search the vehicle, resulting in drug charges because of...
Whether you are stopped for a traffic violation, were served a warrant to search your residence or were stopped on the street on the suspicion of a crime, being subjected to a search is an overwhelming and uncomfortable process. One is likely to feel vulnerable and on...
Whether it is a traffic stop, an arrest or a lengthy investigation, when a search is conducted, law enforcement can turn up a wide variety of evidence. In some cases, narcotics and other drugs could be uncovered, resulting in drug charges. For some defendants, a drug...
Being caught with a controlled substance is likely to result in a criminal charge. In many cases, it could mean facing serious penalties; however, this is dependent on various factors, including the type of controlled substance, the quantity involved, the criminal...
A lot of measures are taken to ensure that illegal substances stay off the streets in Florida and other states across the nation. This means, authorities take a strong stance against personal use as well as the distribution of illegal substances. Those accused of such...
Not all crimes are the same. Because of this, some criminal allegations carry harsher penalties than others. Take drug crimes, for example. The consequences for a minor drug crime are significantly less than those of a more serious crime, such as drug manufacturing or...
