Drunk Driving

Refusing a breath test in Florida may seem like a way to avoid DUI charges, but it can lead to serious legal consequences. Understanding the state's implied consent law and the penalties for refusal is essential for any driver. Florida’s implied consent law Florida...

Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense in Florida. The consequences can affect various aspects of life, from employment opportunities to insurance rates.  Understanding how long a DUI remains on one's record is important for anyone facing such charges....

Losing the privilege to drive can be a big blow for individuals who commute to work or heavily rely on their vehicles for everyday errands or business operations. Such individuals may wonder if they will automatically lose their driver’s license as soon as they get...

The consequences of Florida DUIs become more severe with each subsequent conviction. Understanding these ramifications is necessary for anyone facing such circumstances. For example, defendants who faced relatively light consequences for a first offense might not...

Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense which can result in consequences that can range from fines and license suspension to jail time. The severity of charges can escalate significantly if a DUI results in injury or death or becomes a repeat offense....

Alcohol addiction does not receive the attention or respect it deserves. People often talk about drugs like methamphetamine, fentanyl or heroin when discussing addiction. Even the nicotine contained in tobacco products receives more acknowledgment as an addictive...

The penalties for drunk driving in Florida can be significant. People can end up in prison, paying hundreds or thousands of dollars in fines and/or losing their driver's licenses. There are also often secondary consequences for criminal convictions related to drunk...

You were enjoying an amazing night out with your colleagues, and you didn't think much about the fact that you could be intoxicated. You felt fine, and you didn't think you'd have any trouble getting home on your own. Unfortunately, you weren't right. After driving a...

It doesn't matter if you're a college student out for the evening or a parent on your way home from dinner, there's always a possibility you could find yourself face-to-face with a DUI checkpoint. As scared as you may be, knowledge of DUI checkpoints can go a long way...

When you get pulled over, you admit to the officer that you had been drinking. After all, you feel fairly sure that you are well under the legal limit. The officer just pulled you over for running a stop sign. You don't think it's a problem. The officer gives you a...