In Florida, when a driver is being investigated for drunk driving charges, there are many penalties that can be assessed. Most will be after the person has been convicted. That includes jail time, fines and a driver's license suspension. However, there is an...
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Man arrested after fatal accident while allegedly high on drugs
When people are arrested for driving under the influence in Tampa and across Florida, they might automatically associate it with alcohol. However, many incidents involve people who were allegedly high on drugs. Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs can...
Tampering with or circumventing an ignition interlock device
Facing drunk driving charges in Florida can lead to a variety of penalties that could negatively impact a person's life in myriad ways. With fines, potential jail time and the loss of driving privileges, it is important to formulate a strong and effective defense to...
Drunk driving arrest made after fatal Hillsborough county crash
There are several reasons behind why drunk driving laws exist and are upheld. The ultimate goal is to increase public safety, both for the drunk driver themselves and any other driver or passenger on the road. Penalties for drunk driving have gotten steeper in recent...
All about BAC level and OUI in Florida
When a person is charged with an OUI, they likely have questions about the charges. They may be wondering what circumstances led up to the charges. They may not be aware that their blood alcohol concentration could have influenced the criminal charge. So, how is BAC...
Will you be drinking at this year’s homecoming game?
Do you plan to attend the homecoming game at your child's university in Florida? Perhaps you are just a fan of college football or you simply enjoy the festive atmosphere during football season. Whatever your reason for celebrating, if alcohol is involved, you would...
What you need to know about ignition interlock devices
For those accused of DUI or OWI, their first thought may be to wonder about the potential consequences if they are convicted. There has been a tightening of the laws surrounding DWI and OWI in recent decades and, if you or a loved one have been accused of such a...
Man charged with DUI, other crimes after fatal car accident
A local Florida man was involved in a car accident last fall in which fatalities of the other vehicle driver and passenger were the result. In fatal car accidents, a level of investigation is done into all involved to determine what the cause may have been. According...
A basic understanding of a DUI traffic stop
You're driving home after a fun night out with friends, and all of a sudden, you see flashing lights in your rearview mirror. Next thing you know, you're outside of your vehicle, submitting to breath tests for a suspected DUI. This is scary, and you are probably...
What are the consequences of refusing a breath test?
Generally, Florida drivers know that they have to obey traffic safety rules such as driving below the speed limit and stopping at red lights. What they may not know is that they have consented to a breath test in exchange for their driving privileges.These tests,...
