Rush & Frisco Law

08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day from Rush & Frisco Law! 🐾

Around here, we believe dogs make everything better — long days, hard cases, quiet offices, and the occasional very serious legal strategy session.

They may not have law degrees, but they are excellent listeners, loyal companions, and highly qualified morale officers.

So today, we are celebrating the dogs who keep us grounded, make us laugh, and remind us that sometimes the best part of the day is a wagging tail at the door.

Share a photo of your dog in the comments — we would love to see Gainesville’s finest four-legged citizens.

08/24/2026

A party, argument, downtown incident, roommate dispute, or police encounter can turn into more than an embarrassing night.

Depending on the facts, a student may face battery, resisting, property damage, theft, domestic violence, or school conduct consequences.

Criminal court and school discipline are not always the same process — and both can matter.

Read more from Rush & Frisco Law:
https://rushandfriscolaw.com/gainesville-student-legal-issues/
This post is for general information only and is not legal advice.

08/17/2026

“It Was Just Possession” Is Not Always How the State Sees It

In Florida, a student drug case can become more serious depending on the substance, amount, packaging, location, messages, cash, or other facts.

A student may think they are facing simple possession, but prosecutors may look at the same situation and allege intent to sell or trafficking.

The details matter.

Read more from Rush & Frisco Law:
https://rushandfriscolaw.com/gainesville-student-legal-issues/

This post is for general information only and is not legal advice.

08/10/2026

A fake ID, underage drinking issue, or DUI arrest can feel like a “college mistake.”

But it can still create real problems for a student’s record, license, school standing, and future opportunities.

Before a student tries to explain everything, post about it, or assume it will go away, it is important to understand the charge and what happens next.

Read more from Rush & Frisco Law:
https://rushandfriscolaw.com/gainesville-student-legal-issues/

This post is for general information only and is not legal advice.

08/03/2026

Gainesville Legal Reality Check: Back-to-School Edition

Students are heading back to Gainesville — and parents hope the semester starts smoothly.

But sometimes the call is not about move-in, books, or class schedules.

It is: “I got arrested.”

A student arrest can affect more than court. It may involve school discipline, housing, scholarships, future jobs, professional licensing, and a permanent record.

Rush & Frisco Law explains what parents should know if their student is arrested in Gainesville.

Read more:
https://rushandfriscolaw.com/gainesville-student-legal-issues/

This post is for general information only and is not legal advice.

08/03/2026

School starts next Monday in Alachua County. Please take a moment to review this important school bus safety reminder from the Gainesville Police Department. Slow down, stay alert, and know when traffic must stop for a school bus. Let’s work together to keep students safe as they return to school. 🚌

School starts back for Alachua County students one week from today—Monday, August 10!

That means those big yellow school buses will once again be on our roadways, safely transporting students to and from school each day.

Please expect heavier traffic and a few extra delays during the first couple of weeks as everyone gets back into their school routine. Most importantly, watch for flashing school zone lights and obey the reduced speed limits. Those speed limits are there to protect our children.

Do you know when you're required to stop?
🛑 Two-lane road: All vehicles must stop.
🛑 Multi-lane road with no median: All lanes must stop.
🛑 Divided highway with an unpaved space (5+ feet), raised median, or physical barrier: Only traffic traveling in the same direction as the bus must stop. Opposing traffic may continue with caution.

We know it may add a few extra minutes to your commute, but slowing down is a small inconvenience that can make a big difference in keeping our students, crossing guards, and school staff safe.

Let's all do our part to help make this a safe and successful start to the new school year. Have a great year, Alachua County students!

07/22/2026

In Florida, drug charges can become more serious depending on the substance, amount, packaging, cash, messages, location, and other facts. A person may think they are facing simple possession, but prosecutors may look at the same situation and allege intent to sell or trafficking.

That difference can matter a lot.

Read more from Rush & Frisco Law:
https://rushandfriscolaw.com/felony-charges-in-florida/

This post is for general information only and is not legal advice.

07/16/2026

Not every money dispute is a crime.

But in some situations, what starts as a business issue, loan disagreement, contract dispute, or misunderstanding can become a theft or fraud allegation.

In Florida, the value involved, the records, the communications, and the alleged intent can all affect how serious the case becomes.

Read more from Rush & Frisco Law: https://rushandfriscolaw.com/felony-charges-in-florida/

This post is for general information only and is not legal advice.

07/15/2026

Some felony charges are not as straightforward as they sound.

In Florida, drug trafficking does not always mean selling drugs. Burglary does not always mean something was stolen. A traffic stop, argument, or money dispute can sometimes become much more serious depending on the facts.

The charge is only the starting point. The details matter.

Read more from Rush & Frisco Law: https://rushandfriscolaw.com/felony-charges-in-florida/

This post is for general information only and is not legal advice.

07/04/2026

🇺🇸 Today, we celebrate 250 years of America’s independence and the freedoms we are blessed to share.

Wishing you a joyful, safe, and memorable 4th of July.