If you have an excellent grade point average, you may have a reputation in your community for being a good kid. Those closest to you may also have little doubt about your chances of success in college. Still, even good kids who are likely to succeed academically...
Good People Do Get Arrested.
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Drug Crimes
The consequences of taking and selling “study drugs” on campus
Approximately 4% of teens and young adults misuse “study drugs” annually. “Study drugs” refer to prescription stimulants that physicians prescribe to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and narcolepsy. Among other side effects, these drugs can cause...
Regaining financial aid eligibility after a drug conviction
College is often a time of experimentation, but sometimes, experimenting leads to serious consequences. If your college student is among those who became ineligible for federal financial aid because of a drug offense, you may be scrambling to figure out how to pay for...
Will Barry expel you for drug use?
Every college treats drug and alcohol abuse differently. You can usually find some clue about the university's position in the student handbook. It often also has to do with some other factors specific to the event in question. Here are some details specific to Barry...
Penalties for drug trafficking in Florida
An arrest for possessing or transporting a drug with intent to sell can result in Florida drug trafficking charges. The state imposes different penalties for this type of conviction based on the specific substance, the person's criminal history, the amount of the...
Drug possession penalties and defense tactics
Drug possession refers to the holding of an illegal substance for personal use or to sell. If someone is facing drug possession charges in Florida, the penalties can be stiff, depending on the type and amount of substance. To help fight charges, defense attorneys may...
How eyewitness testimony may not be infallible
Eyewitnesses often have important roles in criminal cases. These witnesses may be able to point out a suspect. Unfortunately, some lineups lead to misidentification. This can happen for several different reasons. One of the most common reasons, however, may be that...
How criminal records can affect career paths
Criminal charges can have a profound impact on an individual’s career progression. Jailtime dramatically disrupts a person’s studies and career momentum. Once released, it might feel like starting all over again. Many employers also complete background checks, which...
Is Lee County drug court an option for your college student?
Is your college student or young adult facing serious drug or alcohol-related charges in the Fort Myers area? He or she may be able to avoid jail time and receive substance use treatment through the Lee County Drug Court program. Learn more about the eligibility...
What exactly is entrapment?
You may have heard of the term entrapment before, but do you really know what it means? Is it a valid defense for a drug charge? Under what circumstances is an entrapment defense able to hold up in a court of law? Keep reading for more information on what entrapment...