If you’re new to Florida, now is a good time to learn about the different DUI laws and regulations in the state. One of the things that may differ from where you come from is the legality of DUI checkpoints. Florida does use DUI checkpoints to stop drunk or impaired...
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Why would a person lie about domestic violence?
When it comes to domestic violence, the truth can sometimes be hard to find. People do lie about exactly what happened. In some cases, this means that they lie and say nothing happened when they actually did suffer some sort of abuse. But there are also cases when...
What happens if you run a red light in Florida?
Traffic light systems are in place across the state of Florida. These are designed to ensure the safe flow of traffic, protect pedestrians from injury and increase driver safety overall. The law in Florida imposes criminal penalties for those who run a red light. What...
Florida’s Good Samaritan law and drug overdose reporting
Accidental drug overdoses – many of them fatal - have become an increasingly serious problem across the country. To prevent as many deaths as possible, most states, including Florida, have passed some type of Good Samaritan law. These laws provide immunity from arrest...
How easy is it to reach .08% BAC?
You may know that the legal blood alcohol concentration limit for driving with alcohol in your system is .08%. That knowledge is helpful, but what may help more is understanding just how quickly your body could reach that BAC. It is much easier to reach .08% than...
Can you share medical marijuana?
Recreational marijuana is not yet legal in Florida, but medical marijuana is. If you have the proper medical card, you can get marijuana to treat the symptoms that you're facing. Once you do, you may consider sharing it with friends or family members. Perhaps these...
Do Florida domestic violence laws only apply to spouses and kids?
Domestic violence is a common offense that many people in Florida don't understand. Myths about domestic violence charges are everywhere. Some people think that the alleged victim can get the prosecutor to drop the charges. Other people may think that domestic...
How to get my suspended driver’s license reinstated in Florida
Getting a traffic ticket might seem like no big deal, but you would be surprised. Each violation carries with it an assigned number of points. The more serious the offense, the greater the number of points. For example, in the state of Florida, failure to yield the...
How DUI charges can impact business owners
With any criminal offense, there is a certain social stigma attached, and DUI offenses are no exception. You have most likely spent many years establishing your brand and reputation. These are factors that are worth protecting. The negative impacts of a DUI conviction...
What happens if a vacationer gets a DUI in Florida?
People come to Florida to vacation and have a good time. Most people don’t expect that they’ll end up leaving the state with criminal charges hanging over their heads. It’s imperative to remember that drunk driving is illegal in Florida, so be sure you find a...