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The Only 5 Ways Okaloosa County Police Can Legally Get Access To Search Your Home or Car for Drugs Or Other Contraband

By T.S. Lupella

There are 5 main categories of “legal” searches that can be performed by police in Okaloosa County: The first is based on the doctrine of “plain view.” If the police look in your car and see what they believe is illegal drugs or drug contraband, they have probable cause to search the car. … [Read more...] about The Only 5 Ways Okaloosa County Police Can Legally Get Access To Search Your Home or Car for Drugs Or Other Contraband

Filed Under: Arrests

Can A Cop In Okaloosa County Search My Car or House If He Says He Smells Marijuana?

By T.S. Lupella

Police Searching Car In Okaloosa County After Smelling Marijuana Under Florida Law, if the police officer, based on his/her training and experience, smells what they believe to be the odor of marijuana or cannabis, they have probable cause to search your car. However, based on the circumstances … [Read more...] about Can A Cop In Okaloosa County Search My Car or House If He Says He Smells Marijuana?

Filed Under: Marijuana Possession

Criminal Defense Lawyer For An Arrest On Possession Of A Deadly Weapon In Okaloosa County

By T.S. Lupella

Defense Law Firm Helping Individuals In Fort Walton Beach, Destin & Elsewhere In Okaloosa County Charged With Possession Of A Deadly Weapon Florida Statute §790.01(13) defines a deadly weapon as any instrument that could potentially cause death or great bodily harm when used in its intended … [Read more...] about Criminal Defense Lawyer For An Arrest On Possession Of A Deadly Weapon In Okaloosa County

Filed Under: Weapon Offenses

What Are The Penalties For Trafficking Or Possession Of Prescription Painkillers In Okaloosa County?

By T.S. Lupella

People from all walks of life use prescription medications. There are many different names of painkillers and they serve a useful purpose, but many fall prey to overuse and abuse, which leads to arrests for Trafficking of Prescription Painkillers or Possession of Prescription Painkillers. The … [Read more...] about What Are The Penalties For Trafficking Or Possession Of Prescription Painkillers In Okaloosa County?

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How Do You Get An Aggravated Assault With A Firearm Charge Reduced To A Misdemeanor In Okaloosa County?

By T.S. Lupella

An experienced criminal defense attorney in Okaloosa County should be able to immediately tell you that the most prevalent charge that could be negotiated down from an Aggravated Assault with a Firearm offense would be the misdemeanor: Improper Exhibition of a Firearm. This would be considered a … [Read more...] about How Do You Get An Aggravated Assault With A Firearm Charge Reduced To A Misdemeanor In Okaloosa County?

Filed Under: Assault Charges

Penalties For The Sale Or Purchase Of Cocaine In Okaloosa County, Florida

By T.S. Lupella

If you are convicted for the Sale, Manufacture, Delivery, or Purchase of Cocaine in Okaloosa County, a person faces a mandatory second degree felony conviction and up to 15 years in prison ($10,000 fine maximum). Penalties For The Sale or Purchase of Cocaine If the Sale, Manufacture, Delivery, … [Read more...] about Penalties For The Sale Or Purchase Of Cocaine In Okaloosa County, Florida

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Shawn Lupella is a former civil prosecutor for the State of Florida and criminal defense attorney that has handled more than 10,000 combined cases. David Rehr is a former local criminal prosecutor who personally oversaw thousands of cases, but now dedicates his experience to criminal defense.  Lupella & Rehr can be reached at (850) 362-6655, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year if you need help.

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