Many people who take prescription drugs take them in other locations besides their home. That means they carry them in their purses, backpacks or maybe their pockets. They may even keep them in the glove compartment of their car. That’s typically fine if the...

It is hoped that you know and understand that you never have to open your door to the police without a warrant. While there are certain conditions that allow the authorities to barge into your home without one, in most cases the police must present a valid warrant to...

There are countless reasons why you might have possession of someone else's medication. Maybe your loved one has a hard time scheduling their day, and you provide them their medication at the necessary times so that they don't miss a dose. Perhaps your loved one has...

Some individuals who are facing drug charge believe there is nothing they can do to avoid conviction. Perhaps it is because they have seen their friends or family members convicted on similar charges. On the other hand, maybe they are unfamiliar with all the defense...

The opium poppy is one of the most powerful plants in the world. Chemical compounds extracted from the latex within its seedpods have incredible medical properties. For decades, medical professionals have turned to opiates or drugs derived from opium poppies like...

At one time or another, most people have had someone pick up a prescription for them. For example, a father might pick up a prescription for his teenager, or a husband may pick up a prescription for his wife. It’s not unusual for that to happen. In the majority of...

Florida is notorious for its use of mandatory minimum sentences, but many criminal charges don’t carry mandatory minimums at all. In those cases, judges often have a tremendous amount of leeway when it comes to sentencing. This is where mitigation comes in. If it...

People who are facing criminal charges have a few options for handling their defense. They might decide to fight the charges to try to avoid having to deal with having a criminal record. In other cases, the defendant may recognize that they don’t have much of a chance...

When a person is involved with or accused of criminal activity, it results in a black mark on your record. Even if a court dismissed your criminal case, your alleged involvement may still appear if a work superior or a potential landlord investigates your past. As you...

Imagine being pulled over for a traffic offense. Maybe it’s drunk driving or texting behind the wheel. Perhaps you hit someone, and you’re now being questioned. In your haste to clear up the situation, you might have apologized or taken on responsibility that wasn’t...