From Traffic to Trafficking

Alright, for my first blog post I know this isn't particularly outrageous, but in twenty years (yes I can now say that) as a criminal defense lawyer, I can honestly say this is the first time that I've been a traffic citation issued to a client for drug trafficking.  

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  1. michael danielsFebruary 13, 2013 at 11:52 AM

    This must of been a rookie cop! That just didnt know any better...Mr.Wauchula

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