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How accurate are those smartphone breathalyzers and apps?
Categories: PostsIf you’re relying on an app and a personal breathalyzer to tell you whether you’re safe to drive after a few drinks, you may want to rethink this strategy. New research shows that smartphone app-supported breathalyzers produce wildly different results. In a small experiment, 20 people drank alcohol then tested 6 popular breathalyzers on the…
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Expungement bill could help erase some marijuana convictions
Categories: PostsWhether you’re looking for a new job or in search of housing, a cannabis conviction can come back to haunt you. That may seem a bit harsh to some, which is why many experts are touting a new bill that would allow the expungement of a marijuana conviction as a good first step toward reforming…
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What to do when police show up at your door
Categories: PostsUnderstandably, you’ll probably be pretty nervous if the police decide to show up at your home. Regardless of why they want to speak with you, don’t forget that you have rights. Our criminal defense attorneys reveal what steps you can take if you find yourself in this stressful situation. Know your rights Few things are…
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How do arrest warrants work?
Categories: PostsIdeally, the process for police to obtain an arrest warrant is straightforward. The legal system is not always so cut-and-dried, however. Our experienced criminal defense lawyers explain how police warrants are obtained and how to fight them if you are innocent. The warrant process To obtain a warrant, police must submit a written statement, called…
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What should I do if I’m being investigated by law enforcement?
Categories: PostsOne of the most common questions the attorneys at Aguilar & Sieron, P.A. get from people being investigated by law enforcement is whether or not they should talk. If you are being questioned during a pre-arrest investigation, you should immediately speak to an experienced criminal defense attorney who can counsel you on your rights. Police…
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How an attorney can help you get your license reinstated after a DUI conviction
Categories: PostsWere you arrested and charged with a DUI in Florida? If so, it’s critical that you speak to an experienced DUI defense attorney as soon as possible. The consequences of a DUI conviction in Florida are harsh. For example, if you were arrested for DUI for the first time, you could face up to six…
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Defending Charges Of Violating Your Probation
Categories: PostsProbation is intended to be an opportunity to stay in the community and get your life back on track after being convicted of a crime. But as we’ve often seen, people on probation can get into more trouble. A probation violation could result in your probation being revoked, meaning you’ll face more stringent consequences for…
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Florida has some of the toughest penalties for those convicted of DUI
Categories: PostsIf you are arrested and convicted of DUI in the state of Florida, you could be facing harsh legal consequences, according to Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. That’s why it’s critical that you take your DUI case seriously from the start and speak to an experienced attorney who can help you fight the charges.…
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What are the legal consequences for drug possession in Florida?
Categories: PostsFlorida is among the states with the strictest drug laws and harshest penalties. Nearly half of all drug sentences in the Sunshine State are cocaine offenses. In addition: It’s dangerous to assume that drug possession isn’t a serious crime in Florida. Or, that a drug possession conviction will carry only minor legal consequences. If you…
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What kind of evidence can be used against me in a DUI case?
Categories: PostsA traffic stop could be the first time you’re going to have any contact with a police officer. A police officer can pull you over for any traffic violation, whether it’s speeding, failing to use a turn signal, or failing to stay within the lines in the road. They can also stop you for having…