Recent Blog Posts
The Rise of DUI Technology: How Florida Courts Are Responding to In-Vehicle Cameras and Ride-Share Data
Over the past decade, DUI investigations have changed dramatically. What used to rely primarily on an officer’s observations (bloodshot eyes, slurred speech, or field sobriety tests) now increasingly depends on various forms of technology. Florida DUI cases regularly involve evidence from in-vehicle cameras, ride-share apps, ignition data, and even advanced telematics systems built into… Read More »
DUI With a Child in the Vehicle: Enhanced Consequences & Unique Legal Issues in Florida
A DUI charge is always serious, but when a child is in the vehicle, Florida law treats the situation as especially dangerous. Prosecutors often pursue enhanced penalties, courts take a tougher stance during sentencing, and the long-term consequences (legal and professional) can be far more severe. Understanding how the law works and what defenses… Read More »
DUI Arrests for First Responders in Florida: How Your Profession Can Impact Your Case
A DUI arrest is stressful for anyone, but for first responders (police officers, firefighters, EMTs, correctional officers, and other public-safety personnel), the stakes are even higher. In Florida, a DUI can trigger not only a criminal case but also professional discipline, licensing complications, and employment consequences that extend far beyond the courtroom. Understanding these… Read More »
Understanding Chemical Test Challenges in DUI Cases
Chemical tests aren’t 100% accurate. Nonetheless, DUI arrests center around a single number: Your blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) reading from a breathalyzer test. Prosecutors will rely on this figure to prove that you’re impaired. Many folks mistakenly believe that if the breathalyzer returns a number of .08 or higher, their case is open and shut…. Read More »
Beyond Alcohol: How Florida’s Drugged Driving Cases Are Changing—And What You Need to Know
When you think of a DUI charge, you’re generally imagining alcohol. But in Florida, “driving under the influence” applies to more than just booze. An increasing number of DUI arrests involve prescription medications, marijuana, and more. Drugged driving cases are often more complex. Unlike alcohol DUIs, drug-related DUIs can depend heavily on the officer’s… Read More »
Understanding the 10-Day Rule in Florida: How to Protect Your License After a DUI Charge
If you’ve recently been arrested for DUI, you probably have a lot to worry about. Court dates, fines, and jail time are all on the table. It’s easy to overlook your driver’s license. Under Florida law, you only have 10 days from the date of your arrest to act before your license is automatically… Read More »
Facing a First-Time DUI—How the Charge Will Impact Your Life and What You Can Do to Improve Your Outcome
If you’ve been arrested for DUI for the first time, you’re probably pretty stressed out about it. The flashing lights, the sobriety tests, and the sound of handcuffs clicking can leave the best of us feeling frightened and uncertain. In Florida, even a first offense for DUI carries serious penalties. These penalties can impact… Read More »
Challenging Breath and Blood Tests in Florida DUI Cases
For many individuals facing a DUI charge in Florida, the breath or blood test feels like a nail in their coffin. If the number is over .08, they assume that the case is already lost. In reality, breath and blood test results are not as ironclad as prosecutors would lead you to believe. Skilled… Read More »
Common Mistakes to Avoid After a DUI Arrest in Florida
Anyone who’s been arrested for DUI in Florida knows how stressful and overwhelming it can be. In those first few hours or days, the decisions you make will have a major impact on your driver’s license, your criminal case, and, yes, even your future. Unfortunately, many folks make serious mistakes that can make their… Read More »
Refusing a Breath Test: Consequences, Myths, and Realities in Florida
When an officer of the law pulls you over on suspicion of DUI, one of the very first things they ask is for you to provide a breath sample. For a lot of drivers, this moment can be confusing. Some folks believe that refusing the breath test is the safest choice. Others assume refusal… Read More »
