Impaired driving is a serious issue in Florida. The state is a mecca for tourists of all ages all year round in addition to its residents, which means the highway are always full of travelers on the go and often in a hurry. This scenario alone means that driving can...
DUI
There are ways to get a DUI charge dismissed
Getting charged for a drunk driving offense in Florida can be intimidating. You may be so worried about your future that you're tempted to take the first plea deal that is offered to you. However, if you can get your DUI charge dismissed, you won't have to decide...
The various factors that influence your blood alcohol level
You have likely heard that drinking a beer or taking a shot of liquor increases your blood alcohol level by about 0.02. However, there are a number of other factors that might determine your true level of impairment after consuming an alcoholic beverage in Florida....
What situations allow cops to have reasonable suspicion for DUI?
If a police officer in Florida stops you because they think you are driving under the influence, the officer must have a valid reason for stopping you. It's important for you to know what can give a cop reasonable suspicion. What is reasonable suspicion? Reasonable...
Will you go back to school after a DUI conviction?
If you're convicted of drunk driving in the state of Florida, you might be entitled to a hardship license. However, you will likely need to enroll in traffic school as a condition of restoring your driving privileges. Is this your first conviction? After your first...
Are DUI charges possible when riding a bicycle?
In Florida, when a person is facing charges for driving under the influence, it is an automatic assumption that it occurred while driving a motor vehicle. However, there are other circumstances in which people can be charged with DUI – specifically while riding a...
Penalties which include an interlock device
One of the most severe penalties that can be imposed following a conviction for DUI in Florida is being required to install an ignition interlock device in your vehicle. Florida state law gives the court the authority to require this form of punishment in certain...
Am I allowed to refuse a field sobriety test?
An important part of life is rewarding yourself. With that in mind, you might have recently spent time unwinding with a few alcoholic beverages. In an impaired state of mind, you risk driving under the influence. Doing this can result in you getting pulled over by a...
Is a test for marijuana impairment on the horizon?
Medical marijuana is legally available in Florida and other locations in the Sunshine State. Recreational marijuana is not. There has been a consistent increase in the sale of medicinal marijuana in the state. The growing use of the drug raises questions regarding...
Subsequent DUIs result in harsher penalties
Florida drivers convicted of more than one DUI offense face harsh consequences. These consequences can include steep fines, loss of license and even time in jail. Driving under the influence can also cause serious injury or death to the driver and others. DUI offenses...
