A new operation in Pasco County, Florida, is one that you may be interested in knowing more about. The op, called “Operation Green Light,” is designed to help drivers get back on the road by eliminating unpaid court fines and fees that may limit their access to their...
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Defend your rights if you’re accused of a DUI
A DUI can leave you with a criminal record that impacts your job, family, social circle and reputation, which is the last thing anyone wants to see. The good news is that being able to attend the DMV hearing and having your attorney prepared to defend you is a step in...
What should you know about vehicle searches?
When you see the flashing lights of a police vehicle behind you, it’s easy to become nervous even if you don’t have anything illegal in the automobile. Knowing that there’s something in the car that’s not supposed to be there can make you even more nervous. You might...
Can you get a DUI after one beer?
When talking about DUI charges, one of the main topics is Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC). The legal limit in Florida is 0.08%. This doesn’t mean you can never get a DUI at a lower percentage, but just that the court assumes you’re intoxicated at that point....
How much right do you have to defend yourself or others in a public place in Florida?
Florida, like many other states, has adopted a “Stand Your Ground” law that is based on the age-old Castle Doctrine that gives people a right to protect themselves and their families from unlawful intruders. Unlike many other states, however, Florida’s Stand Your...
Think your phone is safe from police oversight? Think again
The internet is a big place, and that sometimes gives people the idea that what they do online is somehow invisible to the authorities. Maybe in the past that was somewhat true. After all, it took a little while for the authorities to catch up with all of the vast...
What is the age of consent for teenagers in Florida?
Teenagers are notorious for making questionable decisions, and their problematic behaviors stem at least in part from the fact that their frontal lobe has not yet fully developed. Teenagers and young adults aren't always aware of the long-term implications of their...
Underage DUI: Have you talked to your children?
As an adult with many years of life experience under your belt, you’re well aware of the dangers associated with driving under the influence of alcohol. However, just because you understand this is a big mistake doesn’t mean your children are as well informed. And for...
Can the police look through your trash?
You know that you have a right to privacy in your own home. If the police do not have a warrant and you do not consent to a search of your home, they can’t come in and look for evidence. This applies when you’re home -- they may knock and ask for consent just to see...
Mixing drinks and medications? Be cautious if you do
Did you know that the medications you take could impact your body’s ability to handle alcohol? When your body can’t process alcohol correctly, you can end up looking much more intoxicated than you are. Additionally, you could face trouble with the law because you may...
