Any criminal charge in Florida can change your life forever, but DUI manslaughter is one of the most serious and life-altering charges you can face. If convicted, you’re looking at a decade or more in prison, not to mention the stigma and consequences of being a convicted violent felon for the rest of your life....
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Marijuana Reclassification Moves Forward
As a Schedule I controlled substance, marijuana charges carry harsh legal consequences both federally and in Florida. However, that could potentially change in the future. The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is set to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug, marking a historic shift in American drug policy. Marijuana reclassification signifies a change with...
Read MoreTechnology To Stop Drunk Drivers Could Be Standard in New Cars
A proposed rule could have a major impact on the roads. In Florida and across the nation, drunk driving is considered a very serious offense. Alcohol impairs a driver’s ability to make quick decisions, coordinate movements, and react appropriately in traffic, thus significantly increasing the risk of collisions. In Polk County, drivers convicted on DUI...
Read MoreFlorida's Ignition Interlock Device Requirements
IID installation can be a consequence of DUI. A DUI charge in Florida can have serious consequences. These typically range from six months in jail and fines to up to five years in prison and permanent loss of driving privileges. However, not all people convicted of DUI in Florida lose their driving privileges. Some qualify...
Read MoreAre Field Sobriety Tests Mandatory in Florida?
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...
Read MoreWhat 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....
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