DUI Defense

Driving under the influence (DUI) charges can lead to a variety of criminal penalties. The courts can incarcerate people after a conviction and may suspend their driver's licenses. Some people plead guilty in the hopes of obtaining a lenient sentence and moving on...

While traffic stops are common, being pulled over by a traffic officer is an unsettling experience for most drivers. Understanding the correct way to handle a traffic stop can make the experience smoother.  Knowing how to conduct oneself during a traffic stop can help...

The Florida criminal courts see a large number of driving under the influence (DUI) cases every year. People get arrested because they cause crashes or fail a breath test during a traffic stop. The factors that led to someone's arrest and the impact that an alleged...

Bars and restaurants in Florida offer happy hour specials both to tempt locals and to draw tourist traffic. Few things inspire people to patronize a business more effectively than discounted alcoholic beverages. Stopping in at happy hour on one's way home from work...

Do you know how long alcohol can be detected in your system? If not, the answer to how long certain tests can detect alcohol may surprise you.  You should understand that the amount of time alcohol can be detected in your system depends on your body, fat content, how...

If you are facing DUI charges, the sentence you will receive after a guilty verdict depends on the circumstances of your case. The courts will consider certain aspects of your DUI when deciding on the appropriate punishment. Some details of your case, known as...

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) charges in Florida can result in multiple consequences for the person accused. Jail time, license suspensions and large fines are among the most common penalties for Florida DUIs. A driver with one or more previous drunk-driving...

Did the police have reasonable suspicion to pull you over and test you for driving under the influence? If not, that violates your rights vested in the constitution. The Fourth Amendment protects you from unlawful search and seizure, which could heavily weigh in on...

When the Florida legislature’s new session begins in January, lawmakers may take up two bills (one in the House and one in the Senate) that would expand the state’s DUI laws to include impairment by prescription and over-the-counter medications as well as so-called...

There are numerous circumstances that might lead to a driving under the influence (DUI) offense in Florida. For example, if someone causes a crash, police officers will scrutinize them carefully for signs of chemical impairment. Drivers can also get arrested during a...