Importers bringing items into the United States from other countries have many regulations with which to comply. Knowing their items must pass the watchful eyes of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection should evoke a sense of caution about the types of cargo they...
A rags-to-riches story is often compelling, especially when the subjects of the story use their gifts to give back to a community that helped them when they were down. One such story involves a family living in their minivan who received help from a nonprofit...
Frequently, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency in Florida and other states team with other government agencies in efforts to prevent illegal or dangerous items from entering the country. Often, this involves intercepting street drugs, but it may also mean...
Drug detection dogs are a common sight in Florida and across the country. Authorities may use them in schools, airports and traffic stops to detect drug crimes. The dogs are supposedly trained to recognize the smell of various drugs and alert their handlers to their...
When a Florida defendant is facing criminal charges, he or she knows that a conviction could come with the potential for time behind bars and other penalties. Even in non-violent cases, such as white-collar criminal cases, the potential penalties include jail time,...
FinCEN reissued a Geographic Targeting Order ("GTO") requiring title insurance companies to collect and report beneficial ownership information for certain residential real estate purchases. The renewed GTO applies when a legal entity purchases residential real estate...
Recent health concerns and public safety measures have driven many in Florida, nationwide and around the world to employ personal protection products such as gloves and masks. Manufacturers have capitalized on this growing demand, adding these products to their...
Zealous members of law enforcement dedicate many hours to keeping neighborhoods safe. This often includes attempting to reduce the consequences of drug crimes by targeting those whom police suspect of trafficking and dealing drugs in their communities. The drug trade...
The joy of being a grandparent is unmatched. Many grandparents love to lavish gifts on their grandchildren and agree that they would do most anything for them. When a grandchild is in trouble, they often go to their grandparents for help before they take their...
Those in Florida and other states who have capitalized on the new and expanding medical marijuana and hemp industry know that competition is fierce. An entrepreneur has to be able to produce quality products quickly while remaining in compliance with state laws. This...