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Nervousness Is Insufficient to Detain You During a Routine Traffic Stop

Imagine that while driving your car, you are stopped by the police for having an expired tag or for speeding.  The officer approaches and tells you the reason for your stop.  He / she then asks for your license, registration and insurance card. The officer then asks you to step…

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“No Soliciting” Signs Don’t Prevent Police from Knocking on Your Door

On September 29, 2017 the First District Court of Appeal made new law concerning the type of signage posted on your property that can prevent warrantless investigation of the occupants.  The case is State of Florida v. Crowley; Case No.:  1D16-3380. In Crowley, Jacksonville Sheriff’s Officers received an anonymous tip…

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