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In criminal defense, virtually every case hinges on the Fourth Amendment and whether law enforcement overstepped its bounds in gathering evidence against you. The constitutional test for justifying a search is a robust one: the totality of the circumstances. This means that courts must look at the “whole picture” of the facts leading to a search and seizure, avoiding reliance on any single, isolated fact.

The intersection of gun ownership and cannabis law highlights the ongoing tension between evolving state realities and rigid federal regulations. While the federal reclassification of medical marijuana to Schedule III and the ATF’s proposed updates to Form 4473 point toward an accessible path for medical patients, the transition period requires careful legal compliance.

In a fraud case that underscores the rising tide of harassment and threats targeting the American judiciary, a 50-year-old Zephyrhills man has been sentenced to nearly two years in prison for a targeted “pizza doxing” campaign against two Hillsborough County judges. Full disclosure, this was not a case of mine. Jonathan Mark Miller admitted to…

Deciding how to handle a DUI charge is a critical decision. In this video, former prosecutor and Board Certified expert W.F. “Casey” Ebsary Jr. discusses why the complexities of Florida’s DUI laws—from administrative driver’s license suspensions to mandatory ignition interlock devices—require a specialized defense strategy.

Video- Many people believe they must wait for their arraignment to begin their defense. However, early intervention by a Board Certified Criminal Trial Expert can change the trajectory of your case. In this video, W.F. “Casey” Ebsary Jr. explains the proactive steps taken to challenge the prosecution’s case before it even reaches the judge.

How does a board-certified attorney benefit you? Proven expertise, tested skill, and a real courtroom edge when your future is on the line.

If you have been notified that a check you wrote has “bounced,” or if you are facing a criminal investigation under Florida Statute § 832.05, the situation is serious. In Florida, passing a worthless check isn’t just a civil debt issue—it is a crime that can range from a first-degree misdemeanor to a third-degree felony.

However, a “bad check” does not always equal a criminal conviction. Understanding the legal requirements from a defense perspective is the first step in protecting your rights.

11th Circuit Court of Appeals had to analyze in United States v. Joan Manuel Estadella, No. 23-11061, decided February 20, 2026. This case, primarily remembered for clarifying the Fourth Amendment rule regarding “common authority” consent when a violent occupant forces a co-resident to flee, also offers a fascinating, almost surreal, case study on Federal Rule of Evidence 403.

It is clear that the legal landscape in Hillsborough County is evolving toward a more accessible, community-centered model. As a Tampa attorney, I see daily how transportation barriers, rigid work schedules, and basic survival needs often prevent individuals from resolving legal issues before they escalate into life-altering crises.

Under the leadership of Lisa McLean, the Office of the Public Defender, 13th Judicial Circuit is meeting those challenges directly. By bringing services into neighborhoods rather than requiring residents to travel downtown, the office is removing practical obstacles that too often stand between people and justice. The inaugural Saturday session demonstrated that when legal professionals meet people where they are, they offer more than advice; they offer stability.

Gasparilla is one of the largest DUI enforcement weekends in Hillsborough County. As a Gasparilla DUI lawyer in Tampa, I defend clients arrested for DUI throughout downtown Tampa, Ybor City, Channelside, and surrounding areas.