Surprise! That’s a Felony: Unexpected Florida Crimes + Things You Thought Were Felonies But Aren’t
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Saturday, August 15, 2026
On this episode of The Attorney Patrick Smith Show, Attorney Patrick Smith breaks down Florida’s felony vs. misdemeanor framework and then reveals a long list of surprise felonies — everyday or unusual acts that carry serious prison time and you probably never expected.
Learn why cow tipping, leaving a dog tied up during a storm (Trooper’s Law), failing to make public doors open outward, unauthorized alligator possession, destroying or hiding a will, the unauthorized practice of law, secret recordings, operating an aircraft under the influence, bookmaking, tree theft, counterfeit orange-juice labels, dueling, and more can all land you in state prison.
Patrick also flips the script with surprise misdemeanors — crimes many people assume are felonies but are actually only misdemeanors under Florida law (first-offense DUI, simple domestic battery, resisting without violence, small-scale theft, and simple marijuana possession).
Plus:
- Maddie’s after-show question answered: Is it illegal to drive with the interior lights on at night?
- Powerful caller stories, including a federal rehabilitation success story seeking a presidential pardon
- Estate planning reminders and the usual studio banter with Isaiah and Spike
Whether you want to stay out of trouble or just love quirky Florida law, this episode is packed with practical (and surprising) legal knowledge.
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