Drug courts and diversion programs
It was 1989 when the first drug court got underway in Miami-Dade County. Since then, according to Florida Courts, “numerous studies have confirmed that drug courts significantly reduce crime, provide better treatment outcomes, and produce better cost benefits than other criminal justice strategies.” What constitutes drug court? Turning to Florida Courts once again for insight, […]
Is medical marijuana changing DUI laws?
Because medical marijuana is now legal in most states, it is becoming a new concern for lawmakers and law enforcement when it comes to drivers. If you are driving on a Florida roadway after using medical marijuana, can you be charged with a DUI or DWI? This is a question that is bringing about a […]
Can you be charged with a DUI for prescribed drugs?
Everyone knows that drunk driving and driving under the influence of illegal drugs are huge no-nos in Florida, but do you also know the risks of driving while under the influence of prescription drugs? Law enforcement can stop you and arrest you for driving under the influence of any substance, which includes prescription drugs, according to […]
How do drug convictions affect student aid?
If you get a drug conviction in Florida, it could put your college plans in jeopardy. Drug crimes can affect your eligibility for financial aid, but this is something many students do not understand or even know about. Here’s some helpful information you should know before you end up putting yourself at risk of being […]
Drugs that may lead to addiction as well as legal problems
You might be one of many Florida residents currently taking prescription medication for a chronic pain condition or other ailment. Perhaps you’re in good health, but take pills from a friend to help you stay awake and study for college exams or, oppositely, to get some much needed sleep while dealing with a family crisis […]
What is the state of the opioid crisis in Florida?
It is no secret that there is an opioid problem throughout the whole country. These drugs are being prescribed legally and bought illegally off the street. They are highly addictive, and many illicit drugs are deadly. The overuse of prescriptions leading to addictions has been talked about a lot. There are countless orphans left behind […]
Are drug searches in schools legal?
If you are a parent in Florida, then you probably have been notified that your child’s school has undergone a drug search by local law enforcement. Such searches are conducted often in school around the country as a way to keep drugs out of schools. However, you may wonder just how legal these searches are. […]
Dealing with multiple charges in drug offenses
Those who have been following the local news around Fort Myers might have picked up on an event in which six people were arrested for various drug charges in early June. This is an example of drug arrests resulting in multiple charges for the accused. Even if it seems there was only one alleged offense involved […]
What you should know about doctor shopping
Opioid addiction remains a serious concern for many people in Florida. The opioids that are contained in prescription drugs like pain relievers can lead people into drug addiction. To satisfy an addiction, people may engage in doctor shopping to acquire more of the prescription drug they are addicted to. Floridians should understand what doctor shopping […]