A 23 year old man from Largo, Tracy Pethtel, has been charged in the death of his 11 week old son. The child allegedly had injuries on his body, including his temple. The man has denied hurting the child but has been charged.
In Florida, Highway Racing is governed under Statute 316.191. That Statute reads, in part: 316.191 Racing on highways. (2) A person may not: (a) Drive any motor vehicle, including any motorcycle, in any race, speed competition or contest, drag race or acceleration contest, test of physical endurance, or exhibition of speed or acceleration […]
Jose Garcia, 46, has been charged with sexual battery on a child under 12 years old. Garcia was babysitting the child at the time of the alleged attack, authorities say. The girl told her mother two days later. The man is currently being held in Pinellas county.
A Seminole woman was arrested this weekend for trying to sell her 5 year old son for $2,000 to a couple, police say. The woman allegedly dropped the price to $600 after the couple she offered her child to refused the offer. The woman allegedly has a drug addiction and was selling the child to […]
A Jacksonville teenage was sentenced to 40 years in prison for stabbing a 29 year old homeless man several times, TBO is reporting. At sentencing, defense lawyers attempted to present evidence about the Defendant, Eric Sandefur, and his good character. However Circuit Court Judge Norton sentenced Sandefur to the maximum, pointing out that, while his […]
Police have thwarted a Columbine-like plot at a Tampa High School, officials say. A 17 year old Tampa teen was arrested and charged with several crimes related to bomb making and plotting to create havoc at his former school, Freedom High. Police claim that this event would have been “something the likes of which Tampa […]
A St. Petersburg, Florida physician has been indicted by the US Attorney’s Office for writing illegal prescriptions for oxycodone and hydrocodone. Aimee Joy Martin, 35, will face up to 20 years in prison. Federal officials also plan to revoke her license to practice medicine in Florida.
Did you recently receive a letter in the mail informing you that you are the target of a federal grand jury investigation? The US Department of Justice may be prepared to seek charges against you. A Grand Jury is a group of people who hear evidence against you and determine whether or not charges should […]
In Florida, Possession of Marijuana under 20 grams is a misdemeanor charge. However, this charge still carries harsh penalties. One penalty the average person does not know about is the automatic license suspension. That’s right, in Florida if you are convicted of possession of marijuana – even if it is under 20 grams – […]
In Florida, the crime of DUI is very serious. While a first time DUI is “only” a misdemeanor, it still carries harsh penalties, including a six month license suspension. Additionally, a DUI stays on your record for 75 years! When most people get a DUI, the first thing they think is “how can […]
