DUI

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...

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...

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...

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. ...

Although Florida may not be the strictest state in the Union when it comes to driving under the influence (DUI), it does treat the decision to drive while one’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is over the legal limit while a minor passenger is in the car seriously. ...

You know that it is illegal to drive after drinking to the point of impairment. If your driving ability seems compromised to the police or if your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is over the legal limit, a Florida police officer could arrest you for drunk driving....

If the police arrest you for driving under the influence (DUI), it’s important to realize its seriousness. This is not some minor traffic ticket. It is a criminal offense, and if convicted, you will receive a criminal record. That can bring serious disadvantages when...

Are you facing DUI charges? Florida has some of the most unforgiving penalties. A DUI arrest may have many consequences – some that you will note immediately and others that you may realize later when it’s too late. While drunk driving is wrong, it’s not illegal in...