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May 18, 2023
We need an overhaul of the executive side of the FBI/ Stuart Kaplan
May 16, 2023
FBI Squashed Two Crooked Probes - Stuart Kaplan on Jesse Waters
May 10, 2023
Closing Arguments In Doomsday Mom Murder Trial Tomorrow - News Nation Stuart Kaplan
May 2, 2023
DOJ Announces Darknet Drug Trafficking Bust - News Nation Stuart Kaplan
May 2, 2023
Texas Shooting Suspect Manhunt Enters Day 4 Zero Leads - News Nation Stuart Kaplan
Apr 14, 2023
Tech Consultant Arrested In Death Of Cash App Founder - News Nation Stuart Kaplan
Apr 13, 2023
Arrest In Stabbing Death Of CashApp Founder - News Nation Stuart Kaplan
Apr 12, 2023
Murdaugh Still Faces Dozens Of Financial Crimes
Apr 11, 2023
Police response to active shooter situations evolving as gun violence grows
Despite that direction, Johnson, as well as attorney and former Federal Bureau of Investigation special agent Stuart Kaplan, point to specific tragedies and what they call failures in law enforcement response.
Mar 28, 2023
Nashville PD Release Body Cam of Search For Shooter
Mar 16, 2023
Federal agents swarm home of former Gov. Larry Hogan’s ex-chief of staff | Dan Abrams Live
Mar 14, 2023
Search Continues For 3 Women Missing In Mexico - Stuart Kaplan, News Nation
Feb 20, 2023
Murdaugh Team Begins Defense After 17 Days Of Testimony
Feb 15, 2023
Drug cartels using social media to target children
“The cartels are sophisticated now in realizing that they don’t necessarily need to have people standing on street corners pushing their drugs,” said former FBI agent Stuart Kaplan. “They can hide behind the social media platforms in a very secure and discreet way and push their drugs out to our younger generation, and almost do it with the immunity of no enforcement whatsoever.”
Feb 10, 2023
12th Day of Testimony Inn Alex Murdaugh Murder Trial
Feb 3, 2023
"Law enforcement cannot just call up Lyft and say, 'hey, provide us with all of this information.' There is a legal process that is in order," said Stuart Kaplan, attorney and former FBI special agent.
Feb 3, 2023
Former FBI agent Stuart Kaplan gives insight into investigation of missing Lyft driver
Jan 31, 2023
Agent Testifies About Ammo Guns Found At Murdaugh Home - News Nation, Stuart Kaplan
Jan 31, 2023
Fourth Day of Testimony in Alex Murdaugh Murder Trial - News Nation, Stuart Kaplan
Jan 31, 2023
Verizon Representative Discusses Murdaugh Phone Records - News Nation Stuart Kaplan
Jan 28, 2023
South Florida community reacts with anger, shock, sadness after watching video of beating
“Brutal, barbaric and truly a black eye on the entire law enforcement community," Kaplan said. "I have seen horrible videos in the past. I’ve seen that type of brutality. I have never seen a group of men acting in concert together with such brutality and in such barbaric behavior.
Jan 27, 2023
Detective Testifies She Was Suspicious Of Murdaughs Alabi- News Nation
Jan 27, 2023
Day Two Of Testimony In Murdaugh Murder Trial - News Nation
Jan 27, 2023
Detective Testifies Murdaugh Tried To Turn Deceased Son Over - News Nation
Jan 26, 2023
First Witness Takes Stand in Murdaugh Murder Trial - News Nation
Jan 26, 2023
Defense Questions First Officer To Respond To Murdaugh Scene - News Nation
Jan 23, 2023
Families frustrated as some homicides remain unsolved in Fort Pierce
“I think it is not for a lack of effort by the law enforcement community up there,” Palm Beach County attorney Stuart Kaplan said. Kaplan is also a former FBI agent once stationed in Fort Pierce.
Jan 19, 2023
Prosecutor: Brian Walshe killed, dismembered wife Ana Walshe 'rather than divorce' her
Those searches in and of themselves, there's nothing wrong, meaning there's nothing illegal about that. We can all go online — maybe as strange or as confusing as it is — to search out ‘how to kill someone’ or ‘how to dispose of a body,’” said Stuart Kaplan, a former agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation. “That can't be prosecuted.”
Jan 19, 2023
Brian Walshe Pleads Not Guilty To Murder Of His Wife - News Nation Stuart Kaplan
Jan 17, 2023
Husband Of Missing MA Woman Charged With Her Murder Clip 2 - News Nation Stuart Kaplan
Jan 17, 2023
Husband Of Missing MA Woman Charged With Her Murder Clip 1 - News Nation Stuart Kaplan
Jan 13, 2023
Former FBI agent calls for 'complete overhaul' of access, storage after Biden classified docs
Former FBI special agent Stuart Kaplan says the discovery of Biden classified documents is 'troubling' and 'concerning' on 'Your World.'
Jan 13, 2023
News Nation - Idaho Murders Suspect Said He Had No Emotion - Stuart Kaplan
Jan 6, 2023
Police Use High-Tech Tools To Track Idaho Suspect Across County
Jan 2, 2023
News Nation Idaho Murder Update Stuart Kaplan Interview
Dec 12, 2022
News Nation Idaho Murders Update
Dec 2, 2022
News Nation Mysterious Idaho Killings
Nov 23, 2022
NewsNation Interview - Tragic Walmart Shooting - Marni Huges
Nov 22, 2022
NewsNation Interview - Stuart Kaplan
Oct 7, 2022
Talk of 'Armageddon' sparks memories of Cuban Missile Crisis for many
"So there is the reality that even though we are many, many miles away from Russia there are other options available to those who want to do us harm," Stuart Kaplan, a former FBI special agent, and Kaplan & Sconzo Global Risk Management founder said. Kaplan has worked to study and review how to plan for global threats for decades. "We hope it never ever happens, better to be; better prepared, better informed."
Sept 23, 2022
‘Swatting’ at schools: Police investigate false reports
“Until law enforcement clears the location or satisfies it as a prank, they are going to go as if it’s real,” Former FBI Special Agent Stuart Kaplan said. “That’s a very dangerous scenario for law enforcement, as well as the person on the other side of that.”
Sept 22, 2022
The Mar-A-Lago Raid w/ Stuart Kaplan, Ricardo Aguilar & Scott Perry | PBD Podcast | Ep. 187
PBD Podcast Episode 187. In this episode, Patrick Bet-David is joined by Adam Sosnick, Ricardo Aguilar, Stuart Kaplan & Scott Perry.
Sept 13, 2022
Trump Faces Legal Battles From All Sides
Stuart Kaplan featured On The Record with Greta Van Susteren
Sept 5, 2022
Man accused of breaking into Broward federal courthouse, vandalizing rooms
Now, the question is, why? "Of course, you have to wonder what the motive is. There is sensitive information in the courthouse, in the judge's chambers. I would hope that over the long holiday weekend anything that is sensitive nature would have been put away or locked away," Kaplan said.
Sept 4, 2022
Former FBI special agent calls for a total overhaul of the agency
Kaplan says the 'wheels have fallen off' and there needs to be a regime change
Sept 1, 2022
What is a special master, and how would one be selected in Trump documents case?
The only time I have ever seen a special master being required or being requested is when lawyers or a law firm have been the target of the investigation," Kaplan said. "That's because going into the search, there is an inherent likelihood that the collection of evidence will be attorney-client communications
Aug 30, 2022
Judge calls Thursday court hearing on Trump documents
Former FBI Special Agent Stuart Kaplan discusses how the FBI raid on Trump was ‘politically motivated' on ‘Fox Business Tonight.’
Aug 24, 2022
Former FBI Special Agent and Taint Team Leader talks about the raid on Mar-a-Lago
Former FBI special agent and criminal defense attorney Stuart Kaplan used to lead a taint team and lead several FBI raids in his time. He joined the South Florida Morning Show to talk about the raid and the difference between a taint team and a special master.
Aug 15, 2022
Federal law enforcement on high alert due to online threats after Mar-a-Lago search
Former FBI agent and now criminal defense attorney Stuart Kaplan called the threats outrageous. "The men and women throughout the 56 field offices across the United States, they're the reason why you and I can have this conversation this morning they keep us safe," he said.
Aug 13, 2022
Unfiltered With Dan Bongino 8/13/22 - Former FBI agent raises questions on raid of Mar-a-Lago
Former FBI special agent Stuart Kaplan discusses legal questions following the FBI raid on former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence on 'Unfiltered with Dan Bongino.'
Aug 13, 2022
Early Morning Show Guest Stuart Kaplan - Officials Monitoring Threats against law enforcement
Early Morning Show Guest Stuart Kaplan - Officials Monitoring Threats against law enforcement
Aug 10, 2022
Bill O'ReillyThe Straight Dope On Monday's Search
On Wednesday Bill spoke with former FBI Special Agent Stuart Kaplan about the Trump search, how it was approved, and the state of the FBI.
Aug 10, 2022
'Totally inappropriate': Former FBI special agent on Mar-a-Lago search | Morning in America
The FBI searched former President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate Monday as part of an investigation into whether Trump took classified records from the White House to his Florida home, sources confirmed to NewsNation.
Aug 9, 2022
Former FBI agent says FBI raid at Mar-a-Lago could cause 'collateral damage'
"I would have said to the director, Chris Wray, this is equating to pulling the pin out of a hand grenade and throwing it into an occupied room, knowing the potential for collateral damage it was going to cause," Kaplan told WPTV. Kaplan argued the FBI should show the former president the reasons for the search.
Aug 9, 2022
'May have never happened in modern history': Former FBI agent discusses rare search on Mar-a-Lago
"It's quite shocking, quite surprising, and it's done to catch someone off guard," Kaplan said.
Aug 9, 2022
Former FBI Special Agent Stuart Kapaln Joins News Nation Early Morning Regarding Trump Raid
Former FBI Special Agent Stuart Kapaln Joins News Nation Early Morning Regarding Trump Raid
July 21, 2022
'Rightful decision': Police expert analyzes Indian River County chase, deadly shooting
“That is probably the most dangerous situation for a law enforcement officer,” Kaplan said, emphasizing the deputies are focused on rescuing the hostages while also trying to protect themselves. Kaplan the deputies’ actions were textbook, doing everything they were supposed to do, starting with trying to deescalate the situation.
June 18, 2022
FBI Investigating Attacks Ahead of Roe Decision
News Nation, Rafael Sanchez, Stuart-Kaplan
June 14, 2022
South Florida defense lawyer and former FBI agent Stuart Kaplan sat down with WPTV's Michael Williams to review the video released by the Indian River County Sheriff's Office. "In my opinion, with all the cases I have been involved (in), 100%, the deputy was within his lawful right to discharge his firearm to neutralize the imminent threat to him and other deputies on the scene," Kaplan said.
June 8, 2022
Miami-Dade police officer accused of using Apple AirTags to stalk ex-girlfriend
"It's not unheard of. It happens more often than not," says Stuart Kaplan, attorney and former FBI agent. "When you're talking about any sworn law enforcement officer, there is a sense of disappointment because there's a sort of betrayal of confidence that the public wants to have," says Kaplan.
June 8, 2022
Former FBI discusses security risk of high profile clients
“This is a perfect example of the delay of the United States Marshals Service — which, by the way, is tasked exclusively with protecting federal judges,” said former FBI Special Agent Stuart Kaplan. The service, he said, is “basically in a stand-down position when they should have been called out immediately.”
May 30, 2022
'It’s just wrong': Former FBI agent has harsh words for police response in Uvalde
“That hesitation and that waiting for additional resources ultimately probably cost these children to lose their lives,” Stuart Kaplan said.
Apr 7, 2022
Man Brutally Attacked While Withdrawing Money From Fort Lauderdale ATM
Kaplan said, "So, you’re in already in the process of that transaction, you walk away in the machine, or you take a pause, or you take a step away from the machine you let that person know that you’ve identified that person. Have your phone, start dialing 911, if that person starts to advance towards you push call."
Feb 28, 2022
Bridge tender investigated for manslaughter after 79-year-old woman fell to her death
"You're going to be able to see whether or not at the time, at that particular date and time, were they actually utilizing their phone, meaning were they texting, or actually engaged in a call, or involved in social media," criminal defense attorney Stuart Kaplan, who is not related to the case, said.
Feb 16, 2022
Almost 30 known gang members arrested in Palm Beach County since October
“How much of a dent in the gang operation locally will these arrests honestly make?” CBS 12 News reporter Andrew Lofholm asked former FBI agent Stuart Kaplan. “Short term, I think there’s going to be somewhat of a relief. People will feel safer in these neighborhoods. I think long term part of the problem is the effect on the younger generation coming up behind these individuals that were arrested, we have to get to those younger kids,” Kaplan said.
Feb 10, 2022
Nearly a year after man fatally shot on I-95, family still seeks answers
Stuart Kaplan, the attorney representing the other driver says his client acted in self-defense. "I understand why the Sheriff would try to go out and try to develop new leads, but our position still is the same. That my client was within his legal right and justified to use deadly force," Kaplan said.
Feb 2, 2022
Family of killed jogger feels driver received lenient sentence after deadly Jupiter crash
Stuart Kaplan reresenting Frank Flora
Nov 29, 2021
Police enlist help of federal, other law enforcement in Ryan Rogers death investigation
"I think given the gravity of the totality of the circumstances to which befell this young child, I think the police department needs to be a little more forceful, a little bit more vocal in allowing or letting the community know that there is a dangerous person living amongst us," Kaplan said.
Nov 23, 2021
Two local experts intrigued by what's not in Brian Laundrie's autopsy report
“That tells me that law enforcement is still actively investigating whether perhaps other crimes may have been committed,” Kaplan said. Kaplan said he believes investigators may be looking into whether anyone helped Laundrie escape police surveillance and stay hidden.
Nov 5, 2021
2 Riviera Beach police officers fired for body camera violations after suspect ends up beaten
Sometimes the lack of evidence is the evidence you need to prove your case," attorney Stuart Kaplan, a former FBI agent and a use-of-force specialist, said. "This idea that, because of the lack of body camera footage or recording is the reason why the state attorney's office would even decline prosecution, I find that to be almost incredulous.
Oct 29, 2021
Stuart Kaplan on Dan Abrams Live 10/29/21
Brian Raymond, a former CIA and State Department employee, is facing prison time after admitting to sexual assault and photographing women while they were unconscious. Attorney and former FBI agent Stuart Kaplan explains how this investigation will go.
Oct 22, 2021
Did Laundrie's parents face an ultimatum by the FBI?
Kaplan feels the FBI may have had enough evidence to charge Laundries' parents with obstruction of justice, accessory after the fact or lying to or misleading a federal agent.
Oct 5, 2021
CNN Don Lemon interviews Stuart Kaplan regarding Brian Laundrie's sister
Sep 30, 2021
Stuart Kaplan on CNN Don Lemon with Dave Aronberg State Attorney PBC
Sep 23, 2021
FBI helps conduct grid search of 25,000-acre wildlife reserve for Brian Laundrie
Retired FBI agent Stuart Kaplan told FOX 13’s Kimberly Kuizon that, despite the apparent lack of results, the massive search is not a lost effort as investigators work to zero in on something of substance. At this point, that may not be Brian Laundrie himself, but it could be something just as important.
Sep 22, 2021
Former FBI agent Stuart Kaplan explains what tactics the search crews use
Former FBI agent Stuart Kaplan explains what tactics the search crews use
Sep 21, 2021
Brian Laundrie disappearance: did police make a mistake?
"I just don't think local law enforcement has the manpower to keep someone in pocket, or keep someone under wraps 24 hours a day 7 days a week," Kaplan said. At the time Laundrie allegedly left for his hike last Tuesday, he was a person of interest in a missing person case, not a death investigation, Kaplan points out.
Sep 21, 2021
Former FBI agent details investigation into death of Gabby Petito
Stuart Kaplan believes the first step for FBI agents will be confirming that there actually is a case. “As obvious as we believe it is, we need to make sure that she did not die of natural causes,” said Kaplan, a former FBI agent who is now an attorney in Palm Beach County.
Sep 20, 2021
Former FBI agent Stuart Kaplan talks about Gabby Petito case
"I think after an autopsy, very quickly they are going to be able to determine whether or not it is a homicide," Kaplan said. Kaplan points to a key focus for FBI investigators. "Time of death, in this particular case, is critical," he said.
Sep 20, 2021
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Former FBI agent Stuart Kaplan talks about Gabby Petito case
Former FBI agent Stuart Kaplan, now a South Florida attorney, talked to WPTV on Monday about the Gabby Petito case. "I think after an autopsy, very quickly they are going to be able to determine whether or not it is a homicide," Kaplan said. Kaplan points to a key focus for FBI investigators. "Time of death, in this particular case, is critical," he said.
Sep 19, 2021
Body found in Wyoming believed to be Gabby Petito
Stuart Kaplan, a former FBI special agent, told NewsNationNow.com he believes the case will now be “quickly resolved or solved” because of the resources the FBI has. “That is where the FBI is at its best because of their ability to bring in resources that, quite frankly, the local and state law enforcement agencies do not have,” Kaplan said.
Sep 10, 2021
20 Years After 9/11, Are We Safer? Experts Say Yes
Stuart Kaplan, an attorney and former FBI agents, believes Americans are safer since 9/11 but he worries the sudden pullout of American troops from Afghanistan could be a game-changer, providing fertile ground for terrorists to once again plot attacks on the United States. “I think the abrupt pullout from Afghanistan is posing a significant threat which I see as an imminent threat to our allies abroad and here in the United States,” said Kaplan, who heads a global security and risk assessment company.
Sep 7, 2021
Attacks On 9/11 Have Dramatically Changed How We Fly, But Has Enough Been Done To Keep You Safe?
“The layer of security that is visible and, probably more importantly not visible, to the general public has increased exponentially since 9/11,” said former FBI agent Stuart Kaplan.
Aug 29, 2021
First of three trials for murder cases starts
“There is not one size fits all,” said Stuart Kaplan, a former FBI special agent who practices criminal defense law from offices in Palm Beach Gardens and Orlando.
Jun 14, 2021
Could 'red flag' law have helped law enforcement prevent Publix shooting
"Any and all weapons that may be in possession of that person and also prevents that person from going out and purchasing or acquiring a weapon from any other individual that would be punishable in criminal contempt," Stuart Kaplan, a defense attorney and former FBI special agent, told WPTV.
May 20, 2021
Florida court system facing massive backlog of cases
“They’re sitting there in jails and they’re going to languish for months and years until they get their day in court,” Kaplan added. “We know because history has proven that there are sitting in jail, right now, awaiting trial who haven’t committed the crime that they have been accused of.”
May 13, 2021
25 AR-15 Rifles Missing From Miami Police Department’s Inventory
“The city of Miami Police Department is a large police agency, they are responsible for thousands of thousands upon pieces of property, so this is just one prime example of property that unfortunately is unaccounted for,” said Stuart Kapman, a former FBI Special Agent. Kaplan believes the likely whereabouts of the missing guns does not have a nefarious twist. “Eventually it will turn out that it’s more of an administrative internal paperwork processing, meaning failure inside administratively,” said Kaplan.
May 10, 2021
PBSO, prosecutors cleared after probe in Epstein plea deal
Current Attorney and former FBI agent Stuart Kaplan says what caught his eye was the lack of search warrants, subpoenas, or a grand jury in the investigation. He says it appears FDLE solely depended upon the cooperation and memory of those involved. "I say the quality of this investigation, I mean thoroughness of this investigation, is quite incomplete and should not be relied upon as a basis to determine whether or not any criminal violations were in fact committed during the Jeffrey Epstein investigation," he says.
Apr 17, 2021
Taser death reignites questions about need for taser design, FL law enforcement weighs in
Stuart Kaplan, a former FBI Agent who now works as an attorney specializing in law enforcement excessive force cases, believes the key is in training, repetition, and muscle memory. Tasers are supposed to be positioned on the non-dominant side of an officer's belt forcing an officer to reach over with their dominant hand in the even they have to use it. He suggests training officers so they only discharge the taser using their non-dominant hand. But he also believes nothing can fully stop human error and mistakes.
Apr 16, 2021
BSO Deputy Shoots, Kills Knife-Wielding Man Outside North Lauderdale Strip Mall
Stuart Kaplan a former FBI agent and legal analyst says while you can’t second guess the deputy’s response. There may have been alternatives to bringing the incident to a different conclusion. Sacks was cutting himself in the store and Kaplan says it was a cry for help
Apr 8, 2021
Arrest of PBSO corrections deputies shines light on struggle between jails and contraband
"Correctional institutions unfortunately deal with it every single day," said Stuart Kaplan, a Palm Beach County defense attorney and former FBI agent. Kaplan is not connected to this case, but has clients in the jail and is often one of their few points of contact with the outside world.
Feb 2, 2021
Former agent sheds light on danger of job following fatal FBI shooting
Former agent Stuart Kaplan knew one of the victims from working in Miami for 15 years. He explains how search warrants are meticulously planned, but can quickly take a dangerous turn. “It’s a sobering reminder that the men and women that are involved in law enforcement it can be a very dangerous job,” he said. “Dan and Laura are just optimize the degree of professionalism.”
Jan 27, 2021
West Palm Beach man faces federal charges for voter disinformation campaign in 2016 election
"[We're] now realizing you can really influence and utilize those platforms to disseminate false information, misleading information or to invoke or incite people to carry out acts of violence," said Stuart Kaplan, a former FBI agent and Palm Beach County attorney. "There is a large contingency of individuals throughout the unites states who are willing to travel and assemble and even get to the point to invoke violence."
Jan 27, 2021
DHS warns of violent extremists as more Floridians are arrested in Capitol insurrection
"This is a very sophisticated attempt to obviously influence, not nescesarily propaganda, but actually influence someone's vote so that they think it was cast but was never actually legally cast," Kaplan told Contact 5 in a brief phone interview. "I have to tell you, it's pretty scary. ... You take this one type of scenario, and you wonder how many of the people they [law enforcement] can properly identify."
Jan 7, 2021
Former FBI special agent describes security failures at U.S. Capitol
"One of the obvious foreseeable contingencies was the potential for violence. And so how do we neutralize that violence? How do we neutralize that mob mentality of overtaking the Capitol?" Kaplan said. "Well, first push back the perimeter much further back, erected fences and barriers. We have what they call those jersey barriers. Those are concrete barriers. We have armored personnel.We have military type of vehicles."
Dec 27, 2020
Former FBI agent Stuart Kaplan analyzes Nashville bombing
As law enforcement agencies continue to map out the crime scene of the Nashville Christmas bombing, former FBI agent Stuart Kaplan said video surveillance will likely be what leads to a criminal arrest.
Dec 23, 2020
Stuart Kaplan, attorney: “By virtue of the fact that the United States government through the Treasury Department had to come out of pocket with six figures, I think that speaks volumes for holding these two agents accountable.”
Sep 2, 2020
What is a 'Stand Your Ground' law in Florida?
“If I believe reasonable believe that [someone] is coming towards me and serious bodily injury and its imminent that he’s going to cause death, I am justified in preventing him from hurting me or killing me,” Kaplan explained.
Aug 14, 2020
Can of Busch beer gives key clue in cold case murder arrest
“It’s a tremendous accomplishment for local law enforcement," said Kaplan. “Now with the advancement of technology, they’re able to now extract even the smallest of a DNA that may have been left behind,"
July 22, 2020
COVID-19 pandemic tests patience and constitutional rights
Florida defense attorney Stuart Kaplan represents three defendants whose trials are stalled. "My biggest concern is when I have cases that come down to eye witness testimony," he said. "People's memory can sometimes be changed or forgetful and so what we have been doing is we have utilized more private or investigative resources to go out and secure that kind of testimony that we think may be changed or lost."
Jan 27, 2020
Case against ex-Marine raises presidential security questions at airport
“You would have to wonder, was this perhaps a test run, a trial run, to see how far he could get?” asked former FBI agent Stuart Kaplan, who’s now a private attorney in Palm Beach Gardens.
Jan 9, 2020
Broward County man threatened to kill President Trump in Facebook Live video, authorities say
A Broward County man faces federal charges for allegedly making death threats against President Donald Trump in response to the killing of Iranian Gen. Qasem Soleimani, according to court records.
Jan 8, 2020
Stuart Kaplan Weighs in on Iran WPBF 25
Dec 9, 2019
Gun law loopholes examined after Pensacola attack
Former FBI Agent Stuart Kaplan believes it was a provision that allows student immigrants with an I-94 form to purchase firearms. "Just by virtue of having that legal status here through the immigration process as an exchange student, he has the ability to purchase a firearm," Kaplan said.
Nov 19, 2019
Prisons chief says FBI looking at possible 'criminal enterprise' in Epstein death
Attorney Stuart Kaplan, who represents Whidden’s three children in the civil suit that was to go to trial Monday, said Sheriff Ric Bradshaw is angry because Rigney filed a whistleblower’s lawsuit against him. “Criminal enterprise basically means something outside a single person benefitting or contributing to the overall criminal conduct,” said former FBI agent Stuart Kaplan, who now practices criminal defense and civil law in Palm Beach Gardens.
Nov 1, 2019
Judge delays trial over fatal PBSO shooting after heated hearing
Attorney Stuart Kaplan, who represents Whidden’s three children in the civil suit that was to go to trial Monday, said Sheriff Ric Bradshaw is angry because Rigney filed a whistleblower’s lawsuit against him. But, Kaplan insists, the whistleblower lawsuit infected the agency’s willingness to defend Rigney’s actions in Whidden’s death. “They were trying to get him to recant his testimony,” Kaplan said. “It was a quid pro quo to get him to play ball with them in connection with his whistleblower lawsuit.”
Oct 4, 2019
Conversion therapy ban overturned in Tampa could impact Palm Beach County
"The City of Tampa can no longer enforce that ordinance and thereby any mental health professionals practicing therapy in connection with conversion can do so lawfully," attorney Stuart Kaplan said.
Oct 1, 2019
South Florida sheriff’s deputy says 2 ATF agents assaulted him
Stuart Kaplan, Attorney: “There is no doubt these two guys should be fired. They probably should be criminally prosecuted and certainly held responsible and accountable for their actions.”
Sep 25, 2019
Florida Senate special master: Reinstate Broward sheriff
Israel’s attorney, Stuart Kaplan, said he was pleasantly surprised by the decision.
He said he was grateful Goodlette’s opinion stemmed from the law and not the emotions surrounding the shooting.
“His conclusions were based on the facts and on the evidence and not anything else,” Kaplan said.
Aug 22, 2019
Long Beach police say the suspect had multiple weapons, an assault rifle, tactical gear, dozens of high-capacity magazines and hundreds of rounds of ammo.
Aug 6, 2019
FBI director warns lone gunmen are one of our biggest threats
"Seemingly, they are by homegrown U.S. citizens and acting in a lone wolf capacity, so the alarms are sounding and our government is becoming more and more concerned because when you think about post 9/11, our focus was oversees, and we were so concerned about who was going to come into our country and attack us next, and it is seemingly ironic how the pendulum has turned and now we are more concerned about one of us turning against our own," said Stuart Kaplan, former FBI agent.
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