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Receiving a DUI while visiting Florida
Vacations are a time to cut loose and relax. However, the consequences of a DUI may follow you back home. Picture yourself driving back to the hotel after a few drinks on the Florida beach, when an officer stops you for not observing a local traffic law. The next...
read moreWeston cyclist critically injured by crash
Another Florida bike rider was seriously injured in an accident with a car. According to Local10.com, the Weston woman was riding through a roundabout when she was hit by a vehicle around 7:30 a.m. on Feb. 22. The woman is an Ironman Triathlon competitor The woman was...
read moreSpending time on the water? Have fun, but avoid a BUI charge
While most people are well aware of the term DUI -- which is short for "driving under the influence" -- many are less familiar with BUI. Otherwise known as "boating under the influence," BUI charges in Florida are quite serious, and like DUI charges, they can result...
read moreWhat convictions will prevent me from being able to buy a gun?
In Florida, you do not have to have a permit to purchase a gun, but you must pass a background check and meet several federal and state requirements. If you are shopping for a new gun, it can be helpful to know the requirements before trying to make a purchase. Not...
read morePenalties for cocaine possession
In the 1980’s, Florida’s coastal location helped the illegal trafficking of cocaine and other illicit drugs spread across the United States. This summer, 75 pounds of floating cocaine was discovered off of the coast of Florida, reminding law enforcement officials that...
read morePlanning a fun vacation? Enjoy the beach, avoid a DUI
Florida is a hot spot for family vacations. Vero Beach is no exception. The resorts, sun, sand and atmosphere are alluring. Kids and adults alike can find activities they enjoy. You discovered all of this while researching nearby places to take your family. You want...
read moreSigns your relationship isn’t just unhealthy, it’s abusive
Abusive relationships are all too common that it is easy to think this is normal and even permissible. The truth is, it is not okay and you need to know when a relationship morphs into an abusive trap. Without having a clear understanding of what an abusive...
read moreSurprising number of teens think driving high is legal – and safe
A recent survey by Liberty Mutual Insurance and Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) revealed some unexpected information about people's perceptions of driving under the influence of marijuana. Fully one third of teen surveyed said they thought driving while...
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