It’s all too easy to end up with a drunk driving charge these days. Most people mistakenly believe that they’re safe from charges as long as their blood alcohol content (BAC) is below .08. However, that not true. In fact, a simple traffic stop can turn into a legal nightmare for a driver who has had even a single drink.…
In our last post, we talked about the massive financial consequences of a DUI. And in the post before that, we discussed the serious nature of a DUI charge, and how these offenses can leave the accused in a tough spot. Today, we want to give hope to those that are accused of this violation because there are indeed effective…
When people are charged with DUI, they typically worry about going to jail and losing their driver’s license. It is only later that they realize the financial costs of a DUI conviction. The costs can be considerable, easily ranging in the thousands of dollars. Learn what makes a DUI conviction so expensive: Fines: A first DUI offense can have fines from…
While all DUI charges are serious, a felony/aggravated DUI is far worse than a misdemeanor DUI. If you or a loved one is facing felony DUI charges, you must act quickly to protect your rights and your freedom. There are several reasons you can be charged with felony DUI, including: Prior DUI offenses – Have you been charged with DUI before? With…
If there is one thing you shouldn’t do after being pulled over for drunk driving, it’s make fun of the situation. Officers don’t take it lightly when you don’t listen to their instructions or are so intoxicated that you don’t even realize what you’re doing. Take for example this case involving a Florida man who decided to do cartwheels when…
Many people think that ignition interlock devices (IIDs) are used only in very serious DUI cases. However, this is not true. If you have been charged with drinking and driving in Florida, a judge may order you to install an ignition interlock device, even if it’s a first offense. According to Florida statutes, an IID is required in the following circumstances:…
Despite the warnings on many prescription and over-the-counter medicine pill bottles about drugs causing drowsiness or dizziness – and not operating vehicles or heavy machinery – many people still drive while taking medications. In some cases this is not a problem. However, if a drug label has warnings such as these, you need to be careful. It is dangerous for…
If you’re planning to drive during the holidays this year, be prepared to see more Florida Highway Patrol officers on the roads. The Florida Highway Patrol has reported that it will be spending more time on the roads during the Christmas and New Year’s holidays in response to the growing risk of drunk driving. Tourists make their way down to…
DUIs have long-term consequences that extend beyond jail time or a fine. Interestingly, many extremely conscientious drivers do end up with DUIs, which ruin their clean driving records. These individuals aren’t bad people, but as a result of a bad decision, they may have several long-term consequences to deal with. A DUI conviction’s most obvious consequence is that your criminal…
When you think of a drunk driver, you probably think of someone in a car or truck. You don’t think of people riding their bikes, using a skateboard or riding on a lawn mower. In fact, you might even think someone drinking a beer is fairly common while they mow their lawns. As true as that is, driving a lawn…
