Charges of driving under the influence are serious with the potential for far-reaching consequences. If you find yourself facing a DUI charge, it helps to understand the key factors to consider when contesting it. Your BAC level is one of the most important aspects of...
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Can a boating DUI impact your right to drive?
Little compares with the thrill of boating on a sunny day. The exhilaration makes consuming an adult beverage or two while cruising around tempting. There is nothing wrong with enjoying a couple of brews on the water. Despite this truth, imbibing invites trouble....
Can you fail a field sobriety test while sober?
Perhaps you are driving home from work at the end of the night when a police officer pulls you over. The officer explains that they noticed you driving erratically and suspect you have been drinking. You know you have not been drinking, so you agree to perform the...
What happens during a field sobriety test?
Movies and TV tend to do an excellent job of entertaining but fall short when it is time to portray real life. The typical field sobriety test on TV tends to look much different from what you may encounter after a night out with your friends. When you see flashing...
Can you challenge breath test results?
Drivers often fear that a DUI conviction is a foregone conclusion based on what measures officers used when building a case. Many drivers facing a DUI charge consider breath tests or chemical tests that analyze blood, saliva or urine irrefutable evidence. Fortunately...
How much worse is a second DUI conviction than a first DUI conviction?
Florida law is harsher on people who drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs than many other states. As you can imagine, the penalties increase for subsequent violations. If you already have a DUI conviction on your record, and you are facing DUI charges for the...
Can you defend yourself from DUI charges?
Driving home with a mild buzz may not seem like a serious issue to some, but Florida police officers take any form of DUI every seriously. When officers encounter someone driving while under the influence, the resulting charges can come with considerable consequences....
Is an IID required if you’ve been convicted of a DUI?
If you've been convicted of driving under the influence, it's likely that you'll be paying some hefty fees and possibly spending some time in jail. Unfortunately, the consequences don't always stop there. Some Florida residents may find themselves required to have an...
Consequences for underage DUI in Florida
Under Florida law, individuals under the age of 21 are not allowed to purchase, possess or consume alcohol. Furthermore, they are not allowed to operate a motor vehicle if their blood alcohol level is .02 or greater. Those who are convicted of underage DUI for the...
Man faces DUI manslaughter charges
A man in Leesburg is facing serious charges following an accident that resulted in the death of a 27-year-old woman. The Florida man, identified as a 33-year-old resident of Lady Lake, was arrested on Jan. 20 in connection with the accident that occurred on June 14 of...