Our attorney draws on nearly two decades of DUI defense experience to write blog posts that he thinks will help when you or a family member is pulled over on suspicion of driving under the influence. Follow our blog to learn how to protect your rights and take swift action after an arrest to secure the best possible outcome.
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What Happens When You Test Positive for Alcohol on Probation in West Palm Beach FLOn probation for DUI in West Palm Beach Florida, you must know the terms of your probation. Violating the terms is reported and may result in jail time.
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Broward County DUI Diversion ProgramThe Broward County State Attorney's office has launched a DUI diversion program for first-time offenders. This is everything you need to know about Broward County's new DUI diversion program.
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What to Do After a New Year's DUI Arrest in FLIf you have been arrested and charged with driving under the influence (DUI) in Florida, you've likely bonded out of jail already and know your license is about to be suspended.
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Can I Be Charged With DUI for Taking Prescription Drugs in FL?While a majority of DUI charges in the state of Florida are for drunk driving, you can in fact still be arrested and charged with DUI if you are under the influence of a prescription drug or illegal substance.
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Your Rights When Stopped at a Florida DUI CheckpointOver 38 states conduct DUI checkpoints; Florida is one of them. A DUI checkpoint, also known as a sobriety checkpoint, is a law enforcement technique where law enforcement officials systematically evaluate drivers for any signs of impairment while behind the wheel.
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How Likely Is Jail Time for a First DUI Offense?Jail time for DUI or DWI entirely depends on a case-by-case basis but is not mandatory on a first offense. DUI laws in Florida, however, are everchanging and becoming increasingly stricter each year.
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Is a DUI Public Record in Florida?As with any criminal offense in Florida, every arrest, including court dates, is a public record and easily accessible by anyone.
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What Evidence Can Be Used Against Me In a Florida DUI Search & Seizure?Under the Fourth Amendment of the United States Constitution, you have the right to be free from unreasonable search and seizure. This is what can be used against you in a Florida DUI search and seizure.
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Can You Still be Arrested if You Blow Under the Legal Limit in Florida?Most of us are aware that in Florida, it is illegal to drive with a .08% BAC (blood alcohol content) or higher, and doing so can come with hefty consequences, but how is it possible to be arrested for DUI after blowing under the legal limit?
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What Happens if You Get a Second DUI in Florida?If you were arrested for a second DUI in Florida and blew over the legal limit of 0.08 or refused to provide a breath sample, additional consequences can incur such as increased fines and jail time.