What is the difference between a DMV hearing and DUI criminal proceedings?
After your initial arrest, you may find yourself involved in the criminal justice system for the first time in your life. As such, you may be confused about the various types of hearings and proceedings that are related to DUI charges. Here is what you should know...
How does strangulation impact domestic violence charges?
People can get accused of domestic violence for all kinds of situations, including defending themselves against a spouse who turned suddenly aggressive. Any domestic violence charge could damage your reputation, affect your gun ownership rights and even cost you your...
The penalty for passing a school bus in Florida just got stiffer
When you’re in a hurry, it’s frustrating to be stuck behind a bus. That’s probably why so many drivers ignore the red lights on a school bus when they start flashing and pretend they don’t even see the “Stop” sign as it starts to extend. What’s the harm in passing the...
Penalties for heroin in Florida
Drug addiction is a tough disease. It’s often difficult to overcome the impacts that the addiction can cause. For some, the call of the drugs is so strong that they’re willing to risk going to prison just to get their next fix. Those individuals need to get help...
Can you be legally drunk without taking a drink of alcohol?
It seems like an impossible conundrum. You get pulled over by the cops on suspicion of drunk driving. You know that you haven’t had a drop of alcohol or other drugs, so you readily submit a breath sample when asked by the police officer. You are astonished when it...
How can I be charged with a drug crime when I didn’t have any on me?
If you’re like most people, you know that getting caught with drugs in your possession is a serious issue. Depending on what’s found (and how much) you could be charged with possession, the intent to traffic -- or worse. But what if you don’t actually have any drugs...
Can the police just wait outside of a bar to look for drunk drivers?
If police officers want to arrest drunk drivers, one might wonder why they do not simply wait outside of local bars for people to head home. Would it be legal for them to do so? Technically, yes, the police can wait outside of bars, clubs and other entertainment...
Can you go to jail for possession of synthetic marijuana products?
Florida sees plenty of drug activity. Between being a vacation destination and a southern point of entry into the United States, illegal drugs are plentiful in the Sunshine State. Our state has high levels of demand for illegal drugs and plenty of supply from sources...
When does a Florida traffic ticket put your license at risk?
To most people, a traffic ticket is a simple annoyance. There is the temporary frustration of dealing with police during the traffic stop itself, followed by the financial pain of paying the fine. What people don't always realize is that the citation won't just cost...
How mistakes can be made in domestic violence arrests
A couple gets into a heated argument that turns physical and prompts one of them – or perhaps someone who sees it -– to call the police. It can be difficult for responding officers to determine who is the aggressor and who is the victim. Florida law spells out what...
