Boating is an engaging pastime for Florida residents and visitors alike. The picturesque waters offer endless opportunities for recreation and relaxation. However, with great fun comes great responsibility. Boaters must adhere to laws to help ensure safety and protect...
When an officer believes a driver is violating traffic laws, they may pull over the vehicle during a traffic stop. The police may suspect the driver of drunk driving for a number of reasons, such as slurred speech, swerving, running red lights or drowsiness. Police...
Many people have different ideas about how traffic stops and DUI arrests work. Because of the complexity of the law and common misconceptions, many people suffer from DUI charges that could otherwise have been avoided. It may help you to understand what myths can lead...
Reckless driving is illegal, and you can be cited for it. However, people sometimes question what specific actions can get them charged with reckless driving. This is different from one state to the next. In Florida, this charge involves driving in such a way that the...
Personal property rights are very important in Florida, and in America as a whole. People often believe they have the right and ability to do almost anything that they want on their personal property. No one can tell them what to do because they own this land, and...
When people get pulled over and they’re given a traffic ticket, they sometimes feel like they’ve been intentionally targeted or they’ve been given a ticket for a violation that everyone else is committing anyway. They don’t feel like it’s fair because, while they may...
Not many encounters with law enforcement are as daunting as being pulled over for a possible DUI investigation. It doesn’t get any better if you have no idea how to respond to a DUI stop. If you are stopped for a DUI investigation, it is crucial to understand that...
Texting is a convenient way for friends and family members to exchange messages via their smartphones. But due to its convenience, many people abuse it by texting in situations where they shouldn’t, especially while they’re driving. Twenty-five percent of car...
Police officers are humans. As such, they are prone to mistakes like everyone else. They are also prone to personal biases. If an officer arrests you for driving under the influence (DUI), looking closely at their behavior is essential. If you find they did something...
A DUI (Driving Under the Influence) conviction can potentially have consequences that impact someone's college education. As a result, current students, aspiring students and the parents of young adults need to understand the potential consequences of a conviction. ...