Criminal Justice

Unpacking Florida Amendment 3 and possible political challenges if passed.

Jill Barton – The Supreme Guide To Writing Jill Barton’s unbridled enthusiasm for writing and the law is evident from the moment we start chatting, plus she is blessed with a winning smile. And, there’s...

By Bob Norman Bonita Springs jeweler Ken Romano didn’t hide his association with Lee County Sheriff Carmine Marceno. The two men were allegedly close friends who shared a taste for gambling, bling, and high-end cars....

The trial for fourth activists who are accused of interfering with the U.S. election began yesterday. Two are charged with conspiracy.

A man charged is subject to a 2023 law that allows death sentences to be imposed after non-unanimous jury recommendations.

With less than 100 days before the general election, Florida voters appear to be poised to legalize recreational marijuana. But the opposition is just getting started. Florida has some of the toughest marijuana laws in...

Local Artists in Ybor City, had their art covered with tomato soup during the galleys opening day by an unexpected protest.

Prisons in the state are in dire need of urgent repairs, a report from a global consulting firm found.  State lawmakers commissioned KPMG to look at the most pressing needs inside Florida’s correctional institutions. KPMG...

Pinellas County initiative for pedestrian and bicyclist safety has been renewed.

An appeals court rejected part of a 2023 Florida law that made pretrial-release changes for people accused of crimes.

Trump will attend first Rally since Biden stepped down. Meanwhile, DeSantis went to a conference where he said marijuana should not be legal.

Florida Democrats throw support behind Kamala Harris as she travels around the country. Her first stop is Milwaukee.