3 MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT BREATHALYZER TESTS
Breathalyzers get a lot of attention in DUI cases, and rightfully so. They can determine whether or not you will be charged with a DUI in Florida. A DUI conviction can be extremely expensive, and it can haunt you for the rest of your life—from tarnishing your driving record to keeping you from gaining certain […]
WHAT TO DO IF YOU’VE BEEN CHARGED WITH A WHITE-COLLAR CRIME
When watching the typical crime drama on television, one might come to the conclusion that white-collar crimes really aren’t that big of a deal. The individual charged gets a great attorney and is either found innocent or gets in minimal trouble. In real life, however, that is not the case. These types of crimes are […]
FLORIDA GUN LAWS: 5 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR RIGHT TO CARRY A FIREARM
You have the right to keep and bear arms. It is the second amendment to the U. S. Constitution, and arguably one of the best known. That being said, however, the right to carry a firearm is also one of the most debated and legislated rights in America. As a Florida resident or even just […]
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS: WHAT HAPPENS IF I REFUSE A BREATH TEST IN FLORIDA?
“To blow or not to blow?” is a question that DUI attorneys are asked very often. This is not surprising since there is ample discussion on the internet and in the courts about the inherent weaknesses of the approved intoxillyzer instruments and subsequent test results. “Failing” the test comes with the implication that you will […]
UNDERSTANDING DUI AND DUI MANSLAUGHTER
“Drunk Driving,” the “Legal Limit,” “Under the Influence,” and Alcohol or “Drugs” Many people believe that you can only be charged with Driving Under the Influence (DUI) if you are driving drunk. This is not true. In Florida, the State must prove you were impaired, not drunk. Impaired means a diminishment, a lessening of your […]
PANEL RECOMMENDS REMOVAL OF CIRCUIT JUDGE WHO FALSELY ACCUSED MALCOLM ANTHONY
On Thursday, the Judicial Qualifications Commission (JQC) recommended the Florida Supreme Court remove Circuit Judge Scott DuPont for intentionally making material false statements about his 2016 judicial election opponent, Malcolm Anthony, and his family. For example, he accused Mr. Anthony of: changing his name to “hide his past,” being cited for several traffic infractions such […]
FLORIDA CRIMINAL LAW: WHAT TO DO IF YOU’VE BEEN FALSELY ACCUSED OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Florida sees its fair share of domestic violence claims and the numbers seem to be rising every year. We are aware that not all of these claims, however, will be based on truth or actual events. Nevertheless, the system must investigate and determine that the claim is not valid. Here’s what you should do if […]
A QUICK GUIDE TO FLORIDA DRUG POSSESSION CHARGES
FIRST-TIME POSSESSION CHARGE IN FLORIDA You can get into legal trouble just for having certain drugs in your possession. In these cases, you have not manufactured, distributed, or sold the controlled substance. Instead, the charge is usually against individuals who have an illegal material that is intended for personal use. Possession of most controlled substances […]
FLORIDA TRAFFIC LAWS: THE HABITUAL TRAFFIC OFFENDER
Many drivers find themselves in the crosshairs of the Florida Dept. of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Driver’s License Division, when they commit three offenses of certain designated violations within a 5-year period to become “habitual traffic offenders” (HTO). This status often means: You can avoid this type of classification by getting good legal advice […]
