DUI defense: How police mistakes can affect your case
If you’ve been arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) of drugs and alcohol, you can bet that the police think they have a good case – but, do they? Did the police follow the law when arresting you? Were there any legal blunders on their part that could affect...
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...
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...
If you drive, you need to understand implied consent
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?...
What are the collateral consequences of a DUI conviction?
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...
Can you drive a company car if you need an IID? It depends
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...
Were you really impaired just because you had drugs in your system?
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...
Excuses that law enforcement may use to pull you over
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...
Will mixing vodka with Red Bull allow you to stay sober?
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,...