Sometimes, police will use vehicle searches in their drug crime enforcement efforts. This can be seen in a drug crimes case that has recently arisen in Florida.

The case involves a 27-year-old man from Tampa, Florida. Reportedly, last Friday, the man was driving a car along Alligator Alley. Authorities allege that the man was driving significantly over the speed limit. Police reportedly then pulled the man over.

Allegedly, during this traffic stop, the man gave police a false name. Reportedly, police discovered that the name the man gave them was false when they ran a fingerprint check on the man. This fingerprint check of the man also allegedly revealed that the man had an outstanding warrant and that his license was suspended.

It has also been alleged that, during this stop, police detected a marijuana smell coming from the man's vehicle. Police eventually conducted a search of this vehicle. According to authorities, police found a brick of cocaine during this vehicle search. Authorities also claim that some marijuana was found in the man's sock.

Authorities then arrested the man. The man reportedly faces a variety of criminal charges including charges of drug possession and drug possession with the intent to sell. Reportedly, the man could be given a substantial prison sentence if he is convicted of the charges that he is facing.

This case illustrates a couple of points. First, it shows how vehicle searches are one of the things police will sometimes use in their drug crime enforcement efforts.

Second, it shows how a person can face serious criminal charges and major potential consequences if he or she is accused of having committed drug crimes. Thus, being accused of committing drug crimes can be a very serious allegation. Consequently, if a person is facing drug crime accusations, having a strong defense can be very important.

Source: Naples Daily News, "Troopers: Traffic stops uncovers 2 1/2 pounds of cocaine," Aisling Swift, Feb. 4, 2012