In short, no — but you could still be charged with DUI. Law enforcement officers in Florida use different types of evidence in DUI cases. These include field sobriety tests (FSTs), which are designed to assess balance, coordination, eye tracking, and ability to follow instructions – all of which can be impaired by alcohol and...
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What is Domestic Violence Battery in Florida?
Being convicted of DV can have lasting consequences. Domestic violence battery is a serious offense with specific legal definitions and consequences. Florida law defines it as any intentional and unwanted touching or striking of another person or intentionally causing bodily harm when the victim is a “family or household member.” This definition is broad and...
Read MoreHow to Avoid a DUI Arrest During the Holidays
The penalities for a Florida DUI can be severe. The holiday season in Florida is a time of celebration and joy for many. As such, it's common for people to come together and enjoy festivities that often include alcohol. However, it's crucial to be aware that law enforcement agencies at both the state and local...
Read MoreCan You Lose Your Job If You Get a DUI in Florida?
A defense attorney breaks down the consequences of DUI. Drunk driving is a serious offense in Florida, and the legal consequences can also be serious. These can include license suspension, vehicle impoundment, substantial fines, alcohol education classes, community service, the use of an ignition interlock device, probation, and even jail time. But there can also...
Read MoreCan You Be Charged With DUI When Driving a Golf Cart?
If you've been charged in Florida, contact an experienced DUI defense attorney. Everybody knows that drunk driving is illegal in Florida. If you have too much to drink and get behind the wheel of a car, you can be charged with DUI – whether you get into an accident or not. The same thing can...
Read MoreCan You Be Charged With DUI For ‘Odor of Alcohol On Breath’?
A DUI attorney can help you build a strong defense In Florida, as in many other states, driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense that can have potentially severe consequences. DUI charges are commonly associated with blood alcohol concentration (BAC) levels exceeding the legal limit and field sobriety test failures or breathalyzer results....
Read MoreProposed Marijuana Law Raises Concerns About Impaired Driving
A Florida criminal defense lawyer examines the issue Recreational marijuana is currently illegal in Florida, but a proposed 2024 ballot question could change that. While the proposal is still being debated, both proponents and opponents of legalization share a common concern. What impact will legalizing marijuana have on Florida roads? Impaired driving due to marijuana...
Read MoreWhat Happens If an Out-of-State Resident Gets a DUI in Florida?
Millions of people visit Florida every year. Whether they are in the state on business, to take a vacation, or to see relatives, many drive during their time here. And as with any other driver in the state, getting behind the wheel after having a few drinks can result in a DUI charge. The DUI...
Read MoreHow To Get Out Of Jury Duty In Florida
Tips from a criminal defense lawyer to avoid jury duty The dreaded letter from your Florida county clerk arrives in the mail. You have been selected for jury duty. Suddenly, you might be stuck in a jury box in a courtroom for days or even weeks. This is probably the last thing in the world...
Read MoreTragic Polk County Car Wreck Highlights the Complexities of the Criminal Justice System
Polk County criminal defense lawyer explains why this matters A recent car accident in Polk County, FL resulted in two fatalities, four injuries, and six felony counts — except the at-fault driver can actually only be charged with one felony. If that sounds confusing to you, you're right. This is a prime example of why...
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