Criminal Defense News

Prosecutors aren’t just lawyers—they’re gatekeepers to the justice system with immense power over plea deals, sentencing, and trial strategy. When they’re angry, defendants pay the price. Whether you’re facing fraud, battery, theft, or drug charges, knowing what frustrates prosecutors helps you avoid the harshest consequences. Let’s explore the top three things that anger prosecutors and how we protect our clients from their wrath.

Cell phones are more than communication devices—they hold a detailed record of our lives. In Florida and across the United States, courts have recognized the sensitivity and depth of this information. At the Law Office of W.F. “Casey” Ebsary Jr., we stay at the forefront of privacy law developments, especially those concerning cell phone searches in criminal investigations.

What Is the Border Search Exception Under the Fourth Amendment?

The Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects against unreasonable searches and seizures. However, an important exception applies at the border: routine searches of people and property at U.S. borders (including international airports and seaports) do not require a warrant, probable cause, or even reasonable suspicion.

Florida’s Implied Consent law under Florida Statutes § 316.1932 requires drivers to submit to chemical or physical testing—such as breath, blood, or urine tests—when lawfully arrested for DUI. Refusal can result in a mandatory license suspension or even a criminal charge for repeat offenders. Officers issue a stern warning: refusal leads to a one-year suspension for a first offense, or 18 months and a misdemeanor for subsequent refusals.

In today’s digital age, law enforcement increasingly relies on location tracking data and Location Data Evidence from Google Sensorvault and Apple’s tracking technologies to build criminal cases. This powerful evidence can drastically affect the outcome of your case. Understanding how this data is collected, used, and challenged in court is essential for effective criminal defense in Florida.

In Florida criminal trials, cell phone mapping evidence is increasingly used to place defendants near the scene of a crime. Prosecutors rely on call detail records and tower data to create digital maps that suggest a person’s location based on cell site activity. But how accurate is this evidence, and can it be challenged? Recent…

Arrested at the Airport with a Firearm in Florida? If you or a loved one has been arrested under Florida Statute 790.06(12)(a) for Carrying a Concealed Weapon into an Unauthorized Place (WEAP2011) — such as a TSA security checkpoint — you are facing a serious misdemeanor offense. The implications extend beyond criminal penalties: you may…

Fleeing and Attempting to Elude a Police Officer – TRAF3039 If you have been charged with TRAF3039 Fleeing and Attempting to Elude a Police Officer, call Tampa Criminal Defense Attorney W.F. “Casey” Ebsary Jr. at (813) 222-2220 or contact us online. 🔍 What is Fleeing and Attempting to Elude a Police Officer (TRAF3039)? TRAF3039 refers…

Could Sean Combs Face RICO Charges in Florida? Here’s What You Need to Know As investigations continue and new allegations emerge, the question arises: Could Sean “Diddy” Combs be prosecuted under RICO (Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act) laws in Florida? The answer is yes—if credible evidence reveals a pattern of racketeering activity tied to…

While it may sound like something out of a grand theft stolen science fiction novel, the theft of moon rocks—actual lunar material returned to Earth by NASA missions—offers a compelling real-world example of how both state and federal legal systems handle high-stakes theft cases. At the Law Office of W.F. “Casey” Ebsary Jr., we understand…