Derek ByrdThe Internet is a Utility, Not a Luxury: U.S Court Backs RulingA federal court has ruled in a decision of clearing the way for more rigorous policing of broadband providers and greater protections for…Jul 18, 2016Jul 18, 2016
Derek ByrdReform Needed in Nation’s Public Defense SystemIf you’ve ever turned on a network TV show between the hours of 8–11PM, chances are you’ve heard your favorite small screen detective…Jul 14, 2016Jul 14, 2016
Derek ByrdNorth Carolina Transgender Law is Being Challenged by the Justice DepartmentAccording to CNN the Justice Department has recently sent letters out to North Carolina’s governor and university leaders to notify them…Jul 12, 2016Jul 12, 2016
Derek Byrd#PrayforOrlando: Gun Law Couldn’t Stop Gun Sales to Orlando ShooterCurrently, there is not an in state or U.S. law that would have prevented the Orlando shooter from legally purchasing the weapons that…Jul 11, 2016Jul 11, 2016
Derek ByrdFlorida Dog Bite Law is Overturned After ReviewRecently, I wrote a post about a law that is being challenged in my hometown of Sarasota, Florida. The law I spoke about has been a source…Dec 22, 2015Dec 22, 2015
Derek ByrdHan Shot First and the Law is Ok With ItThere’s no denying that stand-your-ground laws cause controversy and concern in our country. However, regardless of whether or not you…Dec 22, 2015Dec 22, 2015
Derek ByrdFlorida Is Going to Introduce a Daily Fantasy Sports BillSince they were first introduced to the mass public watching sports, daily fantasy sports betting companies like FanDuel and DraftKings…Nov 13, 2015Nov 13, 2015
Derek ByrdFlorida Dog Bite Law to be ChallengedTo many who own them, dogs are more than just pets. They are a part of the family. They can be protectors. They can be co-workers. They can…Nov 13, 2015Nov 13, 2015
Derek ByrdSarasota Sheriff’s Office to Receive Heroin MedicationMore and more reports seem to be flooding the news regarding the ongoing fight against the heroin epidemic that has struck much of the…Oct 13, 2015Oct 13, 2015
Derek ByrdAustralian Data Retention Law BeginsWe live in a world where both people and governments are becoming more and more paranoid about each other and their neighbors every day…Oct 13, 2015Oct 13, 2015