Gonzalez v. City of Tampa

Dennis and Cinda Gonzalez appeal an adverse jury verdict on their claim of false arrest against the City of Tampa. First, Mr. and Mrs. Gonzalez assert that the trial court erred in denying their motion for directed verdict on the issue of probable cause to search their rental residence. We conclude that this issue is without merit and affirm the trial court’s determination. Mr. and Mrs. Gonzalez also assert that the trial court erred in permitting the City to cross-examine several witnesses as to the criminal arrest history of Mr. Gonzalez. We find that segments of the cross-examination were…