A DUI (driving under the influence) conviction can significantly impact various aspects of a person’s life, potentially including their child custody rights. While a DUI conviction alone does not automatically result in a loss of custody, it can play a role in...
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Seeing multiple doctors seeking medication can lead to arrest
There are many ways that people can violate Florida state laws with regard to prescription drugs. Some of them are more obvious than others. It is against the law to drive while under the influence of certain substances. It is also illegal to transfer them to other...
“But the drugs aren’t mine!”
It’s a phrase commonly heard during drug-related arrests: “But the drugs aren’t mine!” While it’s a natural defense to raise if you’ve been allegedly caught in possession of illegal substances, in Florida, the legal system doesn’t always make this reality easy to...
If you get pulled over, do you have to answer questions?
When the police pull you over, you nervously wait in your car, hoping that you do everything right. You do not want to get arrested. You do not want to escalate the situation because you’re worried that the police may resort to deadly force. You just want to get the...
What to know about implied consent in Florida
Anyone who accepts the privilege of operating a vehicle in Florida is deemed to have given consent to an approved chemical or physical test if they are lawfully arrested for allegedly committing a crime while driving or in actual physical control of a vehicle. This is...
What happens to driver’s license after a Florida DUI conviction?
Drivers can get arrested for drunk driving in a number of different situations. Some people get pulled over for unrelated issues, only for an officer to determine that they seem visibly impaired. Some people get arrested because they fail tests after a car crash....
Types of bail bonds in Florida
Being arrested and charged with a crime can be very stressful. Part of the stress is wondering when or if you will be released. For many crimes, it will be possible to be released on bail. Bail is a monetary value that must be paid to ensure that the accused turns up...
It’s difficult to determine when drivers are high
Driving impairment is against the law. Much of the time, drivers are impaired due to alcohol consumption. This is why many people refer to an impaired driving arrest as a drunk driving arrest. However, impairment can come from many sources. If someone is using...
Why should you bother to fight a traffic ticket? Is it worth it?
Most people who get a traffic ticket pay the fine and move on. Unfortunately, they may be missing out on a chance to overcome the ticket without facing costly fines and other consequences. Fines for traffic violations can quickly accumulate until you owe a substantial...
Why you shouldn’t run from the police
Being approached by police officers can be daunting, particularly if you have been identified as a suspect. Your fight-or-flight response will likely kick in, but neither fighting nor running are good options. Here are some of the main reasons why you shouldn’t run...