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Why might a DUI case be thrown out in court?
Categories: PostsA DUI charge in Florida can carry harsh consequences. For example, a first DUI offense can result in up to six months in jail, a fine of up to $1,000, driver’s license revocation for 180 days to one year, and six months of having an ignition interlock device installed on your car (if your BAC…
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4 things you should do (or not do) when being pulled over
Categories: PostsBeing pulled over by police can happen unexpectedly, even if you aren’t aware of any traffic violations you committed. Depending on the time of day you are driving and how aggressive police may be at the time, an officer may look for any reason to pull you over. If you are pulled over, be aware…
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Sobriety checkpoints may increase this 4th of July
Categories: PostsThe 4th of July is a great time to celebrate America’s independence with friends and family. Like any other holiday when drinking is prevalent, Florida police officers are on higher alert for drunk drivers than usual. In 2019, approximately 322 DUI arrests were made across Clay County alone. It’s unclear how many of those arrests…
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Can an attorney help me fight my DUI charges?
Categories: PostsBeing arrested and charged with a DUI in Florida can be a scary situation. The legal consequences for a first-time DUI offender include up to six months of incarceration and a fine between $500 – $1,000. You could also lose your privilege to drive. This can make you feel uncertain about how you will be…
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How a Florida Criminal Defense Lawyer Can Help You Fight a DUI Charge
Categories: PostsLaw enforcement officers are well-trained on how to spot suspected drunk drivers. They tend to look for mechanical clues, such as minor traffic infractions, speeding, or failing to stay within the lines in the road. While these indicators don’t necessarily mean that someone is driving drunk, they are enough to prompt police to conduct a…
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What should I do if I’m arrested for DUI with a BAC below 0.08 percent?
Categories: PostsIt’s illegal to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level of 0.08 percent or more in Florida. It’s dangerous to think that you can’t be arrest if your BAC is below the legal limit, however. This isn’t always the case. Police can make arrests in some situations, even if the evidence is inaccurate. An…
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Police may soon give THC breath tests
Categories: PostsResearchers at the University of Pittsburgh have developed a prototype device — similar to an alcohol breathalyzer — that can potentially detect THC in a driver’s breath, according to NPR. The first stages of development began in 2016, when several states began legalizing cannabis. The prototype was built by chemistry professor Alexander Star and electrical and computer engineering…
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Watch out on New Year’s because police will be cracking down on DUI offenders
Categories: PostsHolidays are a prime opportunity for police officers throughout Clay County to crack down on DUI offenders. Whether it’s St. Patrick’s Day, Labor Day Weekend, 4th of July, or the upcoming winter holidays, people tend to drink more than they normally do. Police know this, and they’ll use the rise in holiday drunk driving as…
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Drug sweeps often lead to convictions of innocent bystanders
Categories: PostsWhen Florida law enforcement agencies conduct drug sweeps, they’re often done at random and with no warning to those caught up in them. When a drug raid occurs at a residence or place of business, it can impact everyone who happens to be on the premises. According to a story in News4JAX, law enforcement officers…
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Breath Tests Are Often Used to Convict DUI Suspects. But Are They Accurate?
Categories: PostsThe holidays are coming up, and as expected, police across the Sunshine State will be aggressively pursuing DUI offenders. Before making an arrest, police need enough evidence to determine if you’ve been driving drunk. Police often rely on breathalyzer readings to charge someone with DUI. As experienced Florida DUI attorneys, we have witnessed how inaccurate…