Drug Crimes

In Florida, drug offenses are taken very seriously and generally classified into two main categories: drug possession and drug distribution. Drug possession refers to having control over a drug for personal use, while drug distribution involves the selling,...

Some drugs are illegal to possess or use in any situation. Both Florida state laws and federal statutes include lists of prohibited or banned substances ranging from bath salts to heroin. People generally understand that anything they do with a prohibited drug could...

Some people have a difficult time focusing or committing to complex tasks. Those with neurological conditions, including attention deficit disorder (ADD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) sometimes require medication to meet the expectations in a...

College students have many different reasons that they may consider sharing prescription drugs. For instance, someone may live with a number of roommates when they get a prescription from their doctor. They may decide to share with their roommates who have similar...

Florida police officers sometimes use roadside drug tests to screen drivers suspected of drug use. However, there’s concern that flaws in roadside drug tests contribute to unwarranted arrests and convictions. Organizations such as the Roadside Drug Test Innocence...

College is a time for exploration and youthful experimentation, which may not always lead to positive results. According to the National Drug Intelligence Center (NDIC), suburban teenagers from middle-class families and young adults are the primary distributors and...

Drug crime charges can cause irreversible damage to one’s reputation, relationships, and future educational and employment opportunities. While the law classifies drug crimes as serious offenses to be strictly dealt with, it continues to protect the rights of charged...

Prescription drugs can be extremely helpful for managing pain, anxiety, and other medical conditions. However, there are certain situations in which possessing, distributing, or using prescription drugs can result in criminal charges in Florida. Here are a few...

Many Florida residents know people who regularly take prescription drugs. However, it’s not only a bad idea to share your prescription with another person; it’s also illegal. Never share your prescription drugs with others Even if you believe it’s harmless to allow a...

If you are facing drug charges, one of the most important things to consider is whether the police had probable cause to search you. Probable cause means that the police reasonably suspected that you were engaged in criminal activity. If you've been arrested and...