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Seventy minutes may have significant implications for drunk driving cases throughout Florida. In that span of time, the Supreme Court heard arguments about challenges to DUI laws involving the requirement of drivers submitting to alcohol testing without a warrant and...
A breath test is a test administered to determine the blood-alcohol content level of someone suspected of driving under the influence. If the suspect is over the legal limit (in Florida, it's a concentration level of 0.08 percent or above), there can be serious...
Many drivers are reluctant to provide officers with a breath test during a DUI stop in fear that it will lead to a criminal conviction. While this may typically be the recommended course of action, refusing a breath test may result in an automatic one-year suspension...
It should come as no surprise that the initial cost associated with a suspended driver's license can be substantial. However, when considering the big picture, the actual cost may be quite a bit more than you are prepared to handle. As with any traffic ticket, there...
While the first of April is considered a day filled with pranks, the news of long-awaited asset forfeiture reform was no joke when Gov. Rick Scott signed Senate Bill 1044. Prior to the Florida governor affixing his signature to the legislation, civil forfeiture was...
During a traffic stop, drivers under suspicion of intoxication may be so nervous that they forget their basic rights. Fortunately, part of the officer's spiel should be informing drivers of the penalty they may face for refusing a breath test. While the threat of...
Receiving a DUI can be an embarrassing, complicated and frustrating experience. However, some circumstances may result in a DUI charge of greater severity known as an aggravated charge. While the normal DUI charge typically carries heavy penalties, an aggravated DUI...
Having a criminal history, with or without conviction, is actually pretty common. Many times, individuals that have a relatively minor criminal history opt to have their record expunged or sealed to prevent it from impacting aspects of their life such as their...
No matter what it's for, being pulled over by an officer is stressful and scary. It may be even more so if you have been drinking. Fortunately, even if pulled over on suspicion of DUI, you have rights. Understanding your rights and knowing what to expect after an...
The concept of a DUI charge is relatively easy to understand. Driving a vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08 percent or higher is against the law and may result in a DUI charge. However, alcohol does not affect everyone the same and many factors should...