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Winston Citation Places Theft Crimes in Florida in the News
Petit theft made front page headlines last week when Heisman Trophy winner, and Florida State quarterback, Jameis Winston found himself in the middle of an embarrassing predicament. According to a report by ESPN, Winston was arrested last Wednesday after allegedly leaving a Tallahassee area supermarket without paying for an order of crab legs and crawfish. Winston reportedly ordered the food from the store’s deli… Read More »
Professional Disciplinary Proceedings Against Attorneys in Florida
Some professionals expend an unbelievable amount of time and energy to become members of their respective professions. The years of education only provide an initial foundation. Then, in order to begin your career, you take a test to prove your knowledge and ability. Furthermore, several professions require you to affirm your commitment to ethical… Read More »
The Severity of Hazing Charges among Florida College Students
Every year, there are stories of college students who find themselves in trouble for incidents of hazing on university campuses. Earlier this year, a Huffington Post article reported on Florida State University students who were arrested on suspicions of hazing within their fraternity. According to the report, the arrests were made following a three-month investigation, which… Read More »
The Extensive Consequences of Child Pornography Possession Charges in Florida
Possession of child pornography charges have far reaching consequences for a defendant. Aside from the general stress that comes along with facing any criminal charge, a child pornography suspect may also deal with repercussions to his or her reputation, family life and professional career. Two separate cases made the Florida newspapers last week, regarding… Read More »
Florida Mortgage Fraud Suspects Headed to Court
Three Florida residents are on trial this week as defendants in an extensive mortgage fraud case, according to a report in the Daytona Beach News Journal. The Volusia County residents have been the subject of a 3 ½ year FBI investigation, which resulted in allegations that they defrauded millions of dollars from banks through… Read More »
Florida Drug Suspects Facing RICO and Trafficking Charges
A major drug bust in central Florida last week led to the arrest of 24 suspects, according to a report in the Orlando Sentinel. The Metropolitan Bureau of Investigation, along with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives directed the two and a half year investigation called “Operation Island Heat,” which reportedly uncovered… Read More »
U.S. Senate Hearing Puts Spotlight on Medicare Fraud Accusations
The Senate Special Committee on Aging held a hearing last week to discuss the prevalence and prevention of Medicare fraud, according to a report by the National Journal. Led by Chairman Bill Nielson, the panel heard testimony from a number of presenters, including a Medicare fraud patient victim, a Medicare program administrative official and… Read More »
