DUI

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...

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...

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...

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...

If an officer of the law pulls you over in Florida, they have a right to ask you for a breath, urine or blood test under implied consent laws. If you refuse to give a sample, then you can lose your license for a year for a first-time refusal. Does that seem unfair?...

If you are charged and convicted for driving under influence (DUI) in Florida, you will face the criminal consequences of the offense. Depending on the severity, you might pay a fine, have your driver’s license suspended or even serve time in jail. However, this is...

If you are charged with driving under the influence (DUI) here in Florida, the only way you may be able to drive legally for some time is if you have an ignition interlock device (IID) installed in your vehicle(s). As you likely know, this is a Breathalyzer-type tool...

When someone is arrested on allegations of drunk driving, one thing the police will often do is to give them a breath test or a blood test. This can show if they have alcohol in their system. Based on the level, the police can often determine if they were impaired or...

Sometimes police officers will look for any reason to pull vehicles over. “You didn’t use your blinker.” “Your tire touched the white line.” The excuses are numerous, but it comes down to the law of large numbers. In order to meet traffic violation quotas, law...

There is a dangerous trend among some Gen X-ers when it comes to drinking. Many believe that ordering a vodka-and-Red-Bull cocktail will allow them to get a buzz yet still remain relatively sober — and thus potentially able to drive home from the club. The reality,...