Tampa Drug Crimes Updates

The End of ‘Plain Smell’ Justification: New Cannabis Ruling Alters Probable Cause for DUI-Drug Arrests A recent, transformative decision from the Second District Court of Appeal, Darrielle Ortiz Williams v. State of Florida, has dramatically shifted the legal landscape for cannabis-related cases in Florida. This ruling, which dismantled the “plain smell doctrine,” is a game-changer…

Florida’s medical marijuana laws provide important protections for qualified patients under Florida Statute § 381.986. However, even lawful patients face potential criminal liability if they unknowingly cross the line into prohibited conduct. Missteps involving firearms, employment, driving, or possession outside of legal guidelines can lead to criminal charges. At the Law Office of W.F. Casey…

Prosecutors in drug cases have great discretion when it comes to filing, adding, reducing, or even dismissing criminal charges. This prosecutorial discretion gives prosecutors the ability to negotiate with a vast amount of tools. The negotiated plea offer, therefore, is one of the most prevalent and important tools to the State. We know that a…

Trafficking in Illegal Drugs (4 to 14 Grams) – Florida Statute 893.135(1)(c) – Charge Code DRUG3912 Charged with Drug Trafficking in Florida? A conviction for Trafficking in Illegal Drugs (4 to 14 grams) under Florida Statute § 893.135(1)(c) DRUG3912 carries a mandatory minimum prison sentence of 3 years and a $50,000 fine — even if…

Arrested for a Federal Drug Crime? We Can Help. If you’ve been charged under USCA0003 for Manufacture, Distribution, Dispensing, or Possession of a Controlled Substance under 21 U.S.C. § 841, you’re facing serious federal charges. This statute covers a wide range of illegal drug activities, and penalties can include long prison sentences, hefty fines, and…

Trafficking drugs in today’s complex legal landscape rquires an understanding the nuances of the law. My focus is on providing insightful analysis and understanding of legal matters, particularly those involving controlled substances and evolving legal definitions. The recent case of Pryce M. Campbell v. State of Florida (No. 2D2023-0651), where the distinction between legal hemp…

DRUG2102: Navigating Cannabis Possession Charges in Hillsborough County, FL (2025) The term “DRUG2102” is a critical identifier for individuals facing cannabis possession charges within the Florida legal system, specifically in Hillsborough County. As the legal landscape around cannabis evolves in 2025, understanding the implications of a DRUG2102 charge is paramount. This designation, tied to Florida…

Facing Fentanyl Charges in Hillsborough County, FL (2025)? Facing Fentanyl charges in Hillsborough County demands immediate legal action from a skilled Florida drug defense attorney. Whether accused of Fentanyl possession or the much more severe charge of Fentanyl trafficking, the potential consequences under Florida law are devastating. Mandatory minimum sentences tied to specific weights mean…

Facing DRUG1904 Trafficking in Cocaine Charges (28-200g) in Hillsborough County? You Need an Experienced Tampa Criminal Defense Attorney Immediately. The term DRUG1904 is a specific code likely used by law enforcement and the court system in Hillsborough County, Florida, to categorize arrests and charges related to Trafficking in Cocaine involving quantities between 28 grams and…

Facing DRUG1300 Charges in Hillsborough County? Possession of Cocaine with Intent to Sell Defense (Updated for 2025) An arrest for Possession of Cocaine with Intent to Sell or Distribute in Florida, often logged under the code DRUG1300 in Hillsborough County criminal records, is a charge that demands immediate and serious attention. This is not a…