The new year is quickly approaching, and thousands of Floridians have made plans or are starting to think about how to say goodbye to 2015 and ring in 2016. But before you solidify your New Year’s Eve plans, fire officials have some tips for residents and visitors when it comes…
Articles Posted in St. Lucie County
Avoid a DUI & Criminal Penalties Thanksgiving Weekend
Thanksgiving is a time of year when families get together to celebrate memories and honor traditions. However, this is also the time of year when law enforcement agencies gear up to catch drunk drivers on our roadways. Most law enforcement agencies, receive federal grants to increase their staffing levels during…
Florida Deputy Accused of Selling Marijuana
Authorities arrested a Florida deputy recently for her alleged role in a marijuana selling business following a month-long investigation. According to the St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office, an anonymous tipster told them a 27-year-old female deputy was involved in drug activity. Authorities apparently searched the apartment she was staying at…
Tips for Avoiding a DUI this New Year’s Eve
You want to avoid getting arrested for DUI in Florida on New Year’s Eve and “becoming a statistic.” New Year’s Eve is a holiday that it is both cause for celebrating and relaxing. After the stress of getting ready for Christmas, people usually take this time to enjoy the end…
Port St. Lucie Man Accused of Stuffing Chainsaw in Shorts
A Port St. Lucie homeless man was allegedly caught on surveillance video stealing a chainsaw and stuffing it down his pants, according to police reports. The accused apparently stopped in Treasure Coast Lawn Equipment in the 1800 block of Southwest Bayshore Boulevard on Oct. 28 and asked for $1 worth…
A Dangerous State: Florida’s Top 20 Most Dangerous Cities
According to the most recent FBI Crime report, Florida is home to some pretty dangerous cities. The top 20 cities that were found to have the most violent crimes and property crimes are as follows: Miami Beach, Florida With a population of 91,066, the total reported crimes were…
159 New Laws Begin in Florida Tuesday
Florida will have 159 new laws starting Tuesday that address various issues, including college tuition, corporate tax credits, abortions and sex offenders. One of the most prevalent laws is one that aims to protect children and others from dangerous sex offenders. The laws are intended to keep the most violent…
Man Sues Over ‘COPSLIE’ License Plate Rejection, Supreme Court Rules in His Favor
On Wednesday, New Hampshire’s highest court ruled that the state infringed the free speech rights of a man who wished to have “COPSLIE” on his license plate. The state Supreme Court agreed with the arguments of the man in a unanimous decision. The man said he wanted the vanity plate…
St. Lucie County Sex Crimes Defense Lawyer :: Fort Pierce High School Teacher Charged with Six Counts of Lewd and Lascivious Conduct
A St. Lucie County high school teacher has been arrested and charged with six counts of lewd and lascivious conduct involving six teen victims. St. Lucie County Sheriff’s deputies investigated the 68-year-old for several weeks and arrested the man on March 18. He was booked into the Indian River County…
South Florida Criminal Defense Lawyer :: Broward County Court Bailiff Charged with Armed Kidnapping, Sexual Battery
A Broward County court bailiff made his first appearance in court Wednesday after being charged with armed kidnapping, two counts of sexual battery and aggravated assault with a firearm. Details of the case involving the 62-year-old man were not discussed during the bond court hearing. However, a prosecutor did note…