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Earlier today, police officers responding to a burglary call in Osceola County discovered a bathtub full of marijuana plants, according to the Orlando Sentinel. A neighbor had called police when he noticed someone breaking into the leased house next door. In Florida, growing and selling marijuana is a serious drug offense often carrying severe consequences.

Officers found 39 marijuana plants in the house. The home was also equipped with an electrical system quite different from most other homes. The Osceola County Investigative Bureau is trying to find out who the plants belong to, as no one was home when officers arrived.

According to the Sentinel, indoor grow houses have become increasingly common across Florida since 2005. Several growers will often start an operation together, renting a home and installing special equipment to cultivate marijuana.

At the Umansky Law Firm, we know that drug offenses are not exclusive to lifestyle criminals. Juveniles, college students, tourists, men and women can all become involved in a criminal act involving illegal drugs. We also understand that your involvement in this type of situation does not make you a lifestyle criminal. If you are ready to move past your drug offense, our experienced criminal defense attorneys are prepared to find the best way to resolve your case.

If you have been charged with a drug offense in Orlando, Florida or the surrounding areas, please contact the experienced criminal defense attorneys at the Umansky Law Firm to schedule a free consultation.

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Dre Kirkpatrick, a former Alabama cornerback, was arrested in Bradenton, Florida on Tuesday for a drug offense of possession of less than 20 grams of marijuana, according to the Associated Press. He was later released on $120 bond.

The arrest comes just a week after Kirkpatrick announced he would not be attending school his senior year so he can enter the NFL draft. Kirkpatrick was riding in a car with another former Alabama player when police pulled them over. The driver had been driving in the wrong lane. A police dog detected drugs, and marijuana was found on the floor at Kirkpatrick's feet. The driver told police he had purchased the drugs inside a home, and Kirkpatrick said he had been waiting in the car and did not know marijuana was being purchased.

Anyone can become involved in a situation involving illegal drugs. Just because you were caught up in this type of situation does not mean you are a lifetime criminal or a bad person; however, you may face a number of consequences. The criminal defense lawyers at the Umansky Law Firm will work to find all possible ways to minimize the severity of these consequences. We handle drug charges stemming from a variety of offenses, including:

• Possession
• Trafficking
• Importing
• Distributing
• Growing or cultivating

During this difficult time, our attorneys will be on your side, looking out for your best interest and protecting your rights.

If you have been charged with a drug offense in Orlando, Florida or the surrounding areas, please contact the experienced criminal defense attorneys at the Umansky Law Firm to schedule a free and confidential consultation.

Earlier this week, three Peruvian tourists were arrested for shoplifting from a South Florida T.J. Maxx. The shoplifters had two children with them. They took about $120 worth of clothing, but they were arrested before leaving the premises.

Just like Florida residents, tourists vacationing in the state are capable of making mistakes, and these mistakes often have criminal consequences. Freed from the responsibilities and familiarity of home, as a tourist you may find yourself in certain situations that could lead to an arrest. Common criminal charges for tourists include:

• DUI
• Drug offenses
• Traffic violations
• Open container violations

At the Umansky Law Firm, our experienced criminal defense attorneys are dedicated to protecting the rights of tourists and residents alike. We understand that you want to return to normalcy, and we work hard to find the best possible solution to your case.

If you have been charged with theft or shoplifting while vacationing in Orlando or any other cities in Central Florida, please contact the experienced criminal defense lawyers at the Umansky Law Firm to schedule a consultation.

Three men with 128 prior arrests between them face charges of grand theft and trespassing after attempting to take steel pipes from a construction zone, according to the Orlando Sentinel. The men are registered felons.

The men were arrested after they were seen loading the steel pipes onto three trucks with trailers. Although the construction site was fenced off, the men had cut a hole in the fence and backed the trucks onto the construction site.

"No trespassing" signs were present at the site, but the men claimed to have permission to remove the pipes. The property manager has said this is not true. The men were booked into the Osceola County Jail, each with a bail set at $2,000.

A history of past offenses combined with grand theft may carry serious consequences. Grand theft implies the goods stolen are valued at more than $300. Criminal consequences for grand theft may include:

• Jail time
• Fines
• Probation
• Community service

Even if you are facing a felony theft charge, you may be eligible for certain programs that may lead to dropped charges. At the Umansky Law Firm, our defense attorneys look for solutions resulting in positive outcomes, even if you have a history of past offenses.

If you have been charged with theft in Orlando, Florida or the surrounding areas, please contact the experienced criminal defense attorneys at the Umansky Law Firm to schedule a consultation.