Category Archives: DUI Defense
Refusing a Breath or Blood Test in a DUI Case: What You Need to Know
Perhaps the most important decision for a driver to make after being pulled over is whether or not they should consent to a breath or blood test. Many folks believe that if they do not take the test, it will help them in some way. However, refusing to take the test will result in… Read More »
Ignition Interlock Devices After a DUI: What Drivers Should Expect
For drivers who are charged with DUI, one of the most disruptive aspects is having an ignition interlock device (IID) installed in their vehicle. These are becoming more and more common in DUI cases, including for first-time offenders. Learning about the requirements for IIDs can prevent drivers from making costly mistakes. What is an… Read More »
The Science (and Limits) Behind Breathalyzer & Field Sobriety Tests in Florida
If you’ve been arrested for DUI in Florida, chances are your case will involve a Breathalyzer test, field sobriety tests, or both. Prosecutors treat these tests as if they are airtight proof of impairment, but in reality, both are far from perfect. Understanding their strengths and weaknesses can make a tremendous difference in how… Read More »
Florida’s New DUI Law: How “Trenton’s Law” Impacts Repeat Offenders in 2025
Florida has always taken DUI cases seriously, but a major legal change, known as Trenton’s Law, has raised the stakes for anyone facing a repeat DUI charge. Passed in response to several high-profile DUI fatalities, the new law increases penalties, expands prison time, and tightens restrictions on drivers with prior convictions. If you’ve been… Read More »
When a DUI Arrest Starts as a Routine Traffic Stop in Florida
A lot of folks tend to assume that a DUI arrest only happens when someone is obviously impaired or driving erratically. In real life, a large cross-section of DUI cases begins during random traffic stops. You could have a taillight out and end up under investigation for DUI. Understanding how this happens can help… Read More »
DUI Cases Without a Breath Test: How Florida Prosecutors Try to Prove Impairment
A lot of Floridians may be under the impression that refusing a breath test will automatically destroy their DUI defense. However, that isn’t really true. Even though chemical test results can be used as evidence against you, prosecutors often try DUI cases even when there are no chemical tests to back up their claims…. Read More »
How Prior Out-of-State DUI Convictions Can Increase Penalties in Florida
When someone is arrested for DUI in Florida, many assume that only their Florida driving history matters. But under state law, prosecutors can (and often do) use prior out-of-state DUI convictions to enhance penalties, increase fines, extend suspensions, and impose mandatory jail terms. For many people, this comes as an unwelcome surprise. Understanding how… Read More »
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 »
