Police in Eustis recently concluded what they described as an "extensive investigation" by arresting three men and a woman whom they believe were selling drugs. Late last week, authorities --- including Eustis, Tavares and Leesburg police, SWAT teams and DEA agents -- raided two homes, one on East Gottsche Avenue...
Seguir leyendo Much research has been done in recent years on the effects that solitary confinement has on inmates. Studies suggest that improper and over-zealous use of solitary confinement can severely harm inmates both mentally and physically. Florida is in a unique position to rectify some of these preventable wrongs. As the...
Seguir leyendo People in Florida convicted of drug crimes often face stiff penalties. Part of their punishment usually includes time behind bars. However, is that really the best place for them? More than 2 million people are currently serving time behind bars. About half of those serving time in a federal prison...
Seguir leyendo Judges in two Florida counties are mandating the use of GPS trackers in certain cases they deem to be high-risk. Individuals accused of committing acts of domestic violence in Osceola and Orange counties may be fitted with GPS devices designed to warn those associated with orders of protection in the...
Seguir leyendo Breathalyzer devices are routinely used to determine the blood alcohol content (BAC) of individuals who are suspected of driving under the influence (DUI). The readings obtained from these devices are then used against a given suspect in court, should the results indicate that the suspect's BAC is over the legal...
Seguir leyendo