Blog for the year 2023 - Donet, McMillan & Trontz

Person Shoplifting as Authorities Arrest Individuals Involved in a Retail Theft Scheme

Dec 15, 2023

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Dozens Arrested in South Florida in $20 Million Organized Retail Theft Scheme to Defraud

According to authorities, a crime ring carried out a series of thefts over the course of nine months. The individuals stole from big-box retailers to resell the items online at below-fair market va...

Close-up of Handcuffed Healthcare Professional After Paying Patients with Gift Cards

Nov 10, 2023

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Attorney General Announces Arrests of Miami Health Care Workers For Paying Kickbacks in Medicaid Fraud Case

The defendants paid kickbacks to Medicaid recipients for psychosocial rehabilitation services that were not needed. The alleged fraud resulted in losses to the state Medicaid program of over $100,000.

Aftermath of Car Crash Representing the Homicide Investigation when Traffic Accidents Result in Death

Oct 30, 2023

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Florida Criminal Traffic Fatality Investigations

Under Florida law, the driver of a vehicle involved in a crash that results in injury or death can be charged with an offense ranging from a civil infraction to a felony.

PPP Loan Application Form and Pen as the BSO Investigates PPP Fraud

Oct 23, 2023

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BSO Detectives Arrest Deputies Who Now Face Federal Charges for Misuse of PPP Loans

The Paycheck Protection Program aimed to provide funds for small businesses with the intent of keeping them afloat during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Jury Gavel Representing Florida's Uniform Bail Bond Schedule

Oct 10, 2023

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DeSantis Directs Supreme Court to Adopt Uniform Bond Schedule

The amount of bail for a particular criminal charge currently varies from jurisdiction to jurisdiction throughout Florida. New legislations, require a statewide uniform bail bond schedule.

Jury Gavel and Drugs as Florida Introduces New Drug Laws

Oct 03, 2023

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DeSantis Signs Off on New Drug Laws

Florida boasts some of the harshest drug regulations in the U.S. Still, the illegal distribution of controlled substances remains a problem across the state.

Defendant without Representation in Court

Feb 27, 2023

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The Challenges of Facing Misdemeanor Charges Without Legal Representation

Even when incarceration is off the table, defendants who decide to represent themselves during a misdemeanor case are at a disadvantage, facing serious collateral consequences.