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. ...
DUI Defense
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...
Your teen charged with a crime needs support, not just punishment
Parenting a teenager, especially one going through an intense, rebellious phase, is difficult and stressful even for the best of parents. When your teen calls you looking for help because of an arrest, you might feel tempted to let them spend the night in jail to...
If your Breathalyzer test is wrong, get help to defend yourself
When you were stopped and charged with a DUI, there was one thing that stuck out to you. The officer didn’t just have you take the Breathalyzer test twice. He asked you to do it several times, resetting it halfway through the test in two cases. You weren’t sure why...
How does reasonable suspicion affect DUI cases?
Many drunk driving cases stem from a police officer pulling a person over and determining the driver is impaired. The question that can come from this is whether the officer had a reason to initiate the traffic stop. From a legal standpoint, the requirement for...
An inaccurate Breathalyzer test can lead to unfair charges
It's illegal to drink and drive, which is why you’ve always erred on the side of caution. You don’t drink more than a single alcoholic beverage an hour, and you wait an hour before you leave anywhere you are. You want to make sure you’re not intoxicated, because you...
How to deal with a DUI traffic stop
If a police offer has any reason to believe you’re driving under the influence, you can expect them to pull you to the side of the road to investigate. This is a stressful time in your life, as the last thing you need is a DUI arrest. There are many key steps you can...
Can a field sobriety test prove intoxication?
If you have been stopped by a law enforcement officer and during what started off as a routine traffic stop you are asked by the officer if you have been drinking, you may soon find yourself investigated for potential drunk driving. Part of the process involved in a...
Realities of using an ignition interlock device
People in Florida who are charged with a driving under the influence offense need to gather information about their defense options but also about the potential penalties they may experience if they are ultimately convicted of the charge. As explained by the Florida...