You wanted to try marijuana, and you think it would help you relax. You went to Colorado and enjoyed trying it there, but now, in Florida, you think it is harmless, too. Unfortunately, marijuana is legal in many places, but it is not yet legal in Florida. Even simple...
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Limits to opioid prescriptions could hurt patients in Florida
Lawmakers have been considering limiting the number of opioids people could get, even by prescription, which could help reduce the shock of the opioid crisis. However, that does pose some problems for people with chronic pain who need their medications each month....
How do you know if a Breathalyzer took a bad reading?
You were stopped by an officer for a taillight that had gone out. You didn't think much of the stop, and you appreciated him telling you that your light wasn't working. Just as you thought you'd be able to continue on your way, the officer asked you if you'd been...
Biased judicial systems: The truth comes out in Florida
Many people believe that the criminal justice system is harsher on people of color, and over time, more and more data has come out in support of that claim. After a review, it's been confirmed that it was the case in Broward, Florida. After releasing the results of an...
Is the War on Drugs racist?
Florida has a real problem with drugs presently, but it doesn't just come down to the availability of drugs themselves. One of the issues is that drug enforcement is actually racist. Looking at a report from 2015, it shows that there is prejudice in the justice...
Marijuana in Florida: Harshly penalized crimes
Since marijuana is not legal in every state, there's a chance you could be caught with it and arrested or jailed. In Florida, that is certainly the case. You could face fines, damage to your reputation and other penalties. Possessing marijuana in Florida is a...
Caught with drugs? You should understand the justice system
Understanding how court works is an important part of a strong defense. The criminal court system has been designed to be fair, to offer a quick trial and to be impartial. When you think of the criminal system, it's important to understand that you enter the system at...
Insys Therapeutics the center of conspiracy theory
Insys Therapeutics is facing trouble in court over allegations that it participated in a national conspiracy to bribe physicians and pharmacists to prescribe Sybsys, a mouth-spray version of fentanyl, to people who didn't need it. The opioid medication was launched in...
Charges for drug possession dropped against Matt Elam
Drug crime accusations can quickly land you in trouble with the law and impact your life. Many employers will let you go or fire you if drug use or abuse is suspected. It's a liability issue for employers, but that can result in a change in your career you never saw...
Fentanyl dealers could face stronger penalties in Florida
When you go into the hospital for surgery, one drug you may have been given is fentanyl. It is a painkiller and highly restricted. That's why it's such a big deal that its on the streets in Florida. A May 5 report has discussed that stiffer penalties may be on the way...