Blog Posts in May, 2014

How Do I Obtain an Injunction for Protection Against Stalking or Cyber Stalking?

It is well known that you can obtain an injunction, or restraining order, for protection against domestic violence or repeat violence in Florida. However, many people are not aware that you can also seek an injunction for protection against stalking or cyberstalking as well. Under Florida Statute 784.048, a person who willfully, maliciously, and repeatedly follows, harasses, or cyberstalks another ...

"Are You Smoking Pot?" "Why, Yes I am, Officer" - Mass. Man Blows Cloud of Smoke at Officer During Traffic Stop

Massachusetts police say a man blew through a stop sign then blew a cloud of smoke in an officers face! The officer reported that once he pulled the driver over, the driver rolled down the window and a huge bloud of pot smoke came out of the vehicle. The officer asked "are you smoking marijuana while driving this vehicle?" The driver politely replied, "why yes I am, officer." The driver was busted ...

"The Shield" Actor Michael Jace Accused of Shooting His Wife!

Actor Michael Jace, best known for his role on "The Shield", has been arrested following the shooting death of his wife. April Jace, 40, was found shot to death in her Los Angeles home after police were called to investigate a shooting. Jace appeared on almost 90 episodes of "The Shield" and has also appeared on crime dramas like "Southland", "CSI", and "NYPD Blue." He also played a small role in ...

Former Redskins Player Arrested in Tampa After Siging for Package Containing Five Pounds of "Molly"

Former Washington Redskins wide-receiver Donald Caldwell was arrested last week after signing for a package containing nearly five pounds of "molly", or ecstasy. Police say the former University of Florida star was at an apartment complex near Busch Gardens where he signed for a USPS package containing 4.8 pounds of drugs. Caldwell has been charged with possession of a controlled substance, a ...

HCSO and TPD to hold Tampa DUI Checkpoint Saturday May 24, 2014

HCSO and TPD will be conducting DUI Checkpoints on Saturday, May 24, 2014 in the Tampa city limits. This will be a multi-agency task force designed to crack down on drunk driving during Memorial Day Weekend. The location is yet to be announced, but drivers can look for updates on the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office website. If you are stopped at a DUI checkpoint, be aware that officers will ...

2 Killed, Dozens More Injured In Explosion At Escambia County Central Booking

PENSACOLA, FLORIDA - Two people were killed and dozens more were injured last night in an apparent gas explosion at the Escambia County Jail. The blast required the Jail to evacuate approximately 600 inmates. It is believed that over 100 people were injured in the blast. As of this morning, two inmates were still missing, with two others confirmed dead. Authorities believe that this accident was ...