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Can drivers legally try to avoid DUI checkpoints?

On Behalf of Sheppard, White, Kachergus, & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law | May 26, 2025 | DUI Defense

Many driving under the influence (DUI) charges are the result of targeted enforcement efforts. Police officers conduct chemical tests after traffic collisions or pull drivers over when they show signs of intoxication at the wheel. Other times, police departments may...

Constructive Possession: What it Means and How it Can Affect You

On Behalf of Sheppard, White, Kachergus, & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law | Apr 23, 2025 | Criminal Defense, Drug Crimes, DUI Defense

When you hear the term "possession" in a legal context, you might automatically think of something like holding a stolen item or being caught with illegal drugs in your pocket. But what if you don’t actually have the item on you? Can you still be charged with...

Can drivers refuse to perform field sobriety tests?

On Behalf of Sheppard, White, Kachergus, & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law | Apr 11, 2025 | DUI Defense

Traffic stops can be a very embarrassing experience. Particularly when they happen on busy roads, motorists never know who might see them during their interaction with law enforcement. Frequently, people fear the exposure and embarrassment of a driving under the...

Can the Police Take My Blood Without My Consent?

On Behalf of Sheppard, White, Kachergus, & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law | Mar 12, 2025 | Criminal Defense, DUI Defense

Florida Statute § 316.1932-1933 regulates when the police can require you to give a blood sample, especially if someone has been seriously injured or killed in an accident and the police think you were driving under the influence. After the accident, the police may...

How the law protects those who seek help for an overdose

On Behalf of Sheppard, White, Kachergus, & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law | Mar 6, 2025 | Drug Crimes

The epidemic of drug overdose fatalities in Florida shows no signs of abating any time soon. In fact, researchers have calculated that the cause of death for Americans who died while visiting Florida is almost two-thirds more likely to be a drug overdose than in any...

“Ill, Tired, or Impaired:” Traffic Stop to Conduct a Welfare Check

On Behalf of Sheppard, White, Kachergus, & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law | Feb 24, 2025 | Criminal Defense, DUI Defense

Many people wrongly believe that a law enforcement officer must have probable cause to believe that a defendant has committed a traffic infraction or have a reasonable suspicion to believe that the defendant has committed a crime in order to lawfully stop a vehicle....

Can happy hour hangouts get motorists in DUI trouble?

On Behalf of Sheppard, White, Kachergus, & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law | Feb 13, 2025 | Firm News

Happy hour is a beloved tradition for many employed. During happy hour, establishments may offer discounted drinks, appetizers and an opportunity to unwind after a long day. It can be a time to socialize, bond with colleagues or simply enjoy a break from routine....

“Is That Sniff Up to Snuff? – That Dog Won’t Hunt.” Fifth District Court of Appeals Opinion on Ford v. Florida

On Behalf of Sheppard, White, Kachergus, & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law | Jan 27, 2025 | Cases of Interest, Criminal Defense, Drug Crimes, DUI Defense, Firm News

In a landmark decision that is set to reshape legal standards across the state, the 5th District Court of Appeals (5th DCA) issued a significant decision in Ford v. Florida, addressing the use of dog sniffs in drug-related searches. This case sheds light on the legal...

A common storage practice could lead to drug charges

On Behalf of Sheppard, White, Kachergus, & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law | Jan 15, 2025 | Drug Crimes

Older adults and people with long-term medical challenges may take multiple prescriptions. They may struggle to remember when to take certain medications. Even those with only one or two prescriptions may have difficulty ensuring they take their medication on time...

What constitutes a “per se” DUI offense?

On Behalf of Sheppard, White, Kachergus, & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law | Dec 16, 2024 | DUI Defense

Police officers pull over people when they show signs of intoxication at the wheel. Officers may also sometimes start to suspect that an individual may have had too much to drink after stopping them for another issue, such as failure to use a turn signal.  Driving...

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