Thousands of Florida drivers are charged with driving under the influence each year, and that’s a fraction of the number believed to have driven drunk. Drunk driving is the subject of many public service announcements, state and local campaigns, and even lessons in...
A DUI stop alone, whether you were impaired or not, can have several serious consequences. Some of these include being charged with a DUI charge, the loss of your driver’s license if you refused to participate in a chemical test, and even possible additional charges...
Being arrested for DUI is a stressful event that may make you feel uncertain about your future. Unfortunately, that type of stress often leads people to make bad decisions. The more you know, the better prepared you are to avoid missteps that could seriously harm your...
You probably know it’s to your advantage to hire an experienced Jacksonville DUI lawyer if you’ve been charged with driving under the influence. A DUI conviction can be costly and carry long-term consequences. Depending on the specifics of the charge, a conviction...
While the question above is ultimately up to each individual client, one should never reach such a decision without first consulting with a seasoned criminal defense attorney. Likewise, it is important to understand that as opposed to entering a plea of guilty or nolo...
Any driving under the influence (DUI) conviction can have serious consequences—even a first offense with no special factors. But, not all DUI charges are treated the same. For instance, subsequent DUI convictions, DUI convictions with a high blood alcohol...
Getting in the car with a drunk driver is a poor choice, and can put you at great physical risk. But, can taking that ride also put you in legal jeopardy? The answer to that question is a bit more complicated than you might think. DUI for Passengers In Florida, a...
You probably know that blood alcohol content (BAC) plays a critical role in many DUI cases. Furthermore, the law as it stands in Florida may make it seem like the deck is stacked against the driver. Specifically, here in Florida if your BAC is .08 or higher, that...
When you’re facing criminal charges, there’s a lot at stake. Most people recognize that when they’re charged with certain types of crimes. Few people would decide to show up in court alone and see what happens if they were facing armed robbery charges, for instance....