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...
DUI Defense
What mitigating factors can help your DUI case?
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...
How likely are you to face another DUI charge later in life?
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...
Facing DUI charges? Your traffic stop might have been unlawful
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...
Florida legislators seek to expand DUI laws
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...
You don’t have to drive poorly to get arrested for a Florida DUI
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...
Can I refuse to take a Breathalyzer test?
There are several reasons why a police officer may make the decision to pull you over and request a Breathalyzer test. For example, they may claim that you had momentarily veered into the opposite lane and they think your eyes look glassy. Perhaps you have consumed...
When can the police stop you on suspicion of DUI?
Police officers have a duty to keep the roads safe. One thing that this entails is making sure that there aren’t any impaired drivers putting others in danger. Unfortunately, this often means that they will stop vehicles even when the motorist isn’t intoxicated. ...
3 strategies that can work for defending against a DUI charge
Most people accused of a crime have a presumption of innocence that protects them from social judgment and immediate consequences. However, drivers accused of driving under the influence (DUI) offenses often don't receive the benefit of the doubt. The presumption of...
Things you should never say during a DUI traffic stop
Even if you’re sober, a police officer could still have reasonable cause to believe that you’re under the influence of alcohol. For example, if you’re swerving all over the road, it gives them reason to believe that something is wrong. If you find yourself face to...