Dealing with a DUI conviction may seem like a mostly short-term issue. Many people focus solely on the fact that it could lead to time in jail or large fines. But the bigger issues often come into play after a person gets out of jail. After all, a DUI conviction will...
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Can police search my car at a traffic stop in Florida?
If authorities recently pulled you or someone you know over for a traffic violation and asked to search the car, this incident likely sparked some questions. You may be wondering if the law supports the officer's search. Knowledge is power, and this is what you need...
How do you safely leave a sobriety checkpoint?
Sobriety checkpoints are frequent occurrences, especially along busy streets and the highway. However, many people do not want to engage with them. Are there ways to safely disengage from a sobriety checkpoint? Fortunately, the answer is yes. Abiding by the law...
Why are DUI convictions particularly problematic for students?
DUI convictions can seriously alter anyone's life in a negative way. Unfortunately, students have an even higher level of susceptibility to these problems. How do the effects of DUI convictions manifest for students in particular? What are the difficulties they face?...
Have you been accused of self checkout theft?
Self-checkout lines exist for numerous reasons and help people get out of the store even faster than before. Unfortunately, there are still issues with these registers, especially when stores leave them unmanned. It is all too easy for a store to mistakenly claim that...
Is your child facing disorderly conduct charges?
Disorderly conduct laws exist in order to tamp down on disruptive behavior. Any act that corrupts public morals or violates indecency standards falls under this umbrella. However, if your child is facing a disorderly conduct charge, it could have negative and lasting...
What type of field sobriety tests can I be asked to perform?
Regardless of the reason for the traffic stop, if a law enforcement officer believes there is reasonable cause to suspect you are driving under the influence, they may ask you to perform a few field sobriety tests. An officer has reasonable cause to request the tests...
Why you should remain silent when being questioned by police
Whether you have committed a crime or not, facing and answering questions from police is unnerving. One sentence can change you from an innocent observer to a suspect. However, you have the right to remain silent. You do not have to answer police questions without an...
Understanding the legal definition of larceny
There are numerous definitions of theft in the book of the law, and not all of them are treated equally. Thus, it is important to understand exactly what any specific type of theft you face means in legal terms. This is the only way to know how to fight against...
How to prepare to get your domestic violence charges dropped
One day, you might find yourself wrongfully accused of domestic violence. When that happens, you must know how to react to your situation. Here is what you should do to prepare your case so the judge dismisses it. Preserve evidence of your innocence Write down your...
