If you find yourself facing charges related to drug paraphernalia, the outcome of the case could have a significant impact on your life for many years. These charges can shatter one's reputation and lead to other challenges, such as struggling to find work in a...
When you have a substance dependency, it may cause you to behave in ways you otherwise would never. Often, substance abuse is a driving factor in criminal behavior, and if you are currently facing a drug-related criminal charge in Florida as a result of your drug...
Drug possession can result in serious legal consequences in Florida. Understanding the potential effects of a conviction is important when you face a court date for these charges. Review the factors that influence the prosecution of drug possession and related crimes...
When law enforcement officers arrest you for allegedly committing a drug or other crime and take you to jail, you are entitled to bail in most situations. Furthermore, the Eighth Amendment to the US Constitution prohibits the imposition of excessive bail....
Florida residents charged with possession of drugs or drug paraphernalia might face a conviction that affects various aspects of home and work life. Depending on your job, it could affect your professional license and the jobs you can legally hold. In situations where...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...