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I am W.F. “Casey” Ebsary Jr., a Board-Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer and former prosecutor. At Drug2Go.com, I defend individuals facing drug charges throughout Tampa, Hillsborough County, and surrounding areas. Drug crimes are aggressively prosecuted in Florida and can result in prison, substantial fines, and permanent felony records.

Facing charges related to DRUG9101 – Possession of Controlled Substance in Hillsborough County, Florida? This landing page is your go-to resource for insights into this common offense.

If you are facing charges for drug conspiracy or possession with intent to distribute, the most critical element of the government’s case is often the one hardest to prove: Knowledge. In the federal system, and specifically within the jurisdiction of the 11th Circuit (which covers Florida), simply being near drugs or even transporting them is not enough to prove a crime.

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…

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…

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…

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