Police officers have limited authority to conduct traffic stops when they encounter a driver suspected of DUI outside of their jurisdiction. Sometimes a "mutual aid agreement" between municipalities will allow police officers to make traffic stops and arrests outside...
DUI Defense
Can drunk driving charges keep me from traveling?
If a law enforcement official recently pulled you over and accused you of driving while under the influence, you may be facing a great deal of anxiety and have many questions. Unfortunately, these charges could cause your life to spiral out of control in many ways,...
Field sobriety tests not fully accurate
Florida residents know that the state's laws on driving under the influence are tough. While certainly it is important to keep people safe, it is equally important to protect the rights of everyone including those who may be accused of criminal actions. For their...
What are field sobriety tests?
In Florida, you may be asked to complete field sobriety tests if you are pulled over and the officer has reason to believe that you may be driving while under the influence. But just what are field sobriety tests, and how are they utilized? FieldSobrietyTests.org...
What is the legal limit in Florida?
When it comes to drunk driving charges, there are many things to consider. In fact, some people may be surprised to find out that the legal limit for drunk driving is lower than they expected for certain drivers, such as those who have not reached the legal drinking...
DUIs involving women
The number of drunk drivers on the roads in Florida may be decreasing each day. But the number of intoxicated female motorists is increasing. There are two million more female drivers on the roads than there are men, states Time.com. Traditionally, men were more...
Can I refuse to take a breathalyzer?
You know the potential consequences of drinking and driving in Florida. However, that does not stop you from wondering if you have the right to refuse a breathalyzer. You may not have consumed enough alcohol to qualify as drunk. But there is an officer knocking on...