A drinking and driving conviction can come with heavy costs, especially when circumstances see your charges bumped up to the felony level. But the real trouble may not come in a dollar amount, and the ramifications could last for years. The average price of a driving...
Affirmative defenses to drunk driving charges
There are many reasons Florida residents should take the drunk driving charges that are made against them seriously. Aside from the embarrassment that they may experience after their arrests, they should be aware that convictions for drunk driving crimes may result in...What is implied consent?
Readers of this blog may have heard that Florida, like many other jurisdictions, has an implied consent law on its books. What that means may not be clear to many who have heard of the law’s existence but do not know what it mandates. While this post will...Defense support for Florida drunk driving charges
A drunk driving charge can introduce hardships and headaches into the life of a Okaloosa resident. From the challenges they may experience dealing with sobriety tests and an arrest, to the pain they may feel when they are threatened with the loss of their driving...Medical conditions can present similarly to drunk driving
Suffering from a serious medical condition can impose significant limitations on the abilities of an individual. Due to their ailment they may have to modify how they approach everyday tasks and may need to seek help to accomplish responsibilities that prior to their...How much can I be fined for a DUI in Florida?
Right now residents of Florida are happily preparing for the holiday season. They may be buying presents for the people that they love or planning meals that they will share with friends and members of their families. One thing that they are likely not preparing for...What is an ignition interlock device?
For most people, starting a vehicle is a relatively simple process. However, for Florida residents who have been convicted of drunk driving, getting their vehicles going can require getting past ignition interlock devices.An ignition interlock device, also known as an...Florida enforces a zero tolerance law against young drivers
Even if drivers in Florida are not familiar with the exact penalties they may face if they are arrested and convicted of drunk driving, they may know that they could face the loss of their license, fines and possibly jail time, depending upon the charges and...What are roadside sobriety tests?
Drivers in Florida may have seen DUI tests being executed while driving down their local roads: individuals walking in lines, standing on one foot or looking at the flashlights of law enforcement officials. These seemingly random acts are a series of sobriety tests...What to do after a drunk driving arrest
Over the Fourth of July holiday Florida residents may have enjoyed celebratory events with friends and family. It is not uncommon for individuals of the legal drinking age to indulge in beer, wine and other alcohol spirits when they are having a good time in the...
