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What should you do at a Florida DUI checkpoint?
From a police perspective, there’s a lot that goes into setting up and managing a DUI checkpoint. However, once everything is in place, they only have one thing on their mind: finding people who are driving under the influence of alcohol. The best way to avoid trouble...
Domestic violence convictions can be costly
A person who is charged with domestic violence has a lot to contemplate following his or her arrest. Not only are they going to have to answer to the actual criminal charge, but they also likely will have to deal with the accompanying no-contact order that stems from...
Should you fight that a speeding ticket?
You were traveling a little faster than you wanted to because the driver behind you was tailgating. You sped up well over the speed limit to move over and get out of the way. As you merged into the other lane, you passed a police officer. You slowed down back to the...
Why do people defend against traffic tickets in court?
Florida law enforcement officials at both the state and municipal levels issue countless traffic tickets every day. Doing so both generates revenue and reinforces the idea that drivers must comply with posted road sign and traffic laws. Many people who receive a...
Firearms, Florida and sentence enhancements: What to know
Florida residents generally have a healthy respect for firearms -- and many people have them. The state does have a robust “Stand Your Ground” provision in its laws, after all. But what happens if you use a firearm illegally in Florida or are caught with a gun in your...
Young people may rather get a DUI than call their parents for a ride
For some parents, the only way they think they can address underage drinking is to completely outlaw it within the home. They tell their children that they’re never allowed to drink and set up strict ramifications if they’re ever caught consuming alcohol before they...
Prescription drugs can lead to criminal charges
A doctor who writes a prescription for medication considers several factors about the patient when they determine the appropriate medication and dosage. This is one reason why it is illegal for patients to share prescriptions between each other. There is a chance that...
Off-duty driving mistakes can affect your commercial license
Driving for a living means performing an often thankless and tiring job that has long hours and a demanding schedule. It also means that you will often have to fulfill the same duties that you do for work while living your daily life off the job. As someone with a...
What penalties might you face for a first Florida DUI charge?
Driving under the influence (DUI) really is one of the most common criminal charges that people face in Florida. Since so many people get charged with this offense, there is a lot of misinformation floating around out there about what happens during a first DUI...
Florida’s move toward criminal justice reform gains ground
Senate Bill 346 was recently adopted with a landslide vote of 39-to-1 in Florida, giving judges who hear drug-related cases a bit more leeway to decide someone’s sentence after a conviction. While deeply opposed by the Florida Sheriffs Association and other hard-line...
