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March 28, 2023

Under Florida law, driving or being in actual physical control of a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or illicit drugs is prohibited. Unfortunately, a defendant convicted of DUI may be subject to lengthy imprisonment, huge fines, license suspension, a criminal record, and other life-altering consequences.

Feb. 15, 2023

Driving under the influence – or DUI – is one of the most common crimes in Florida and across the United States. According to the Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility, there were more than 32,000 arrests for DUI across the Sunshine State in 2019 alone.   However, many of these DUI arrests are not valid because it often happens that breathalyzers and other tests produce a false positive result. If you were arrested for drunk driving and suspect that it was due to an inaccurate DUI test, you might want to explore your options for contesting a false positive.

Jan. 16, 2023

Taking prescription drugs is an important part of many people’s lives. Some folks take life-saving medications to help them manage severe illnesses. Nevertheless, taking prescription drugs may lead to some unforeseen issues.

Dec. 29, 2022

In Florida, drivers are prohibited from driving or being in actual physical control of a motor vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. On reasonable suspicion of drunk driving, a law enforcement officer may stop your vehicle or ask you to pull over. During the stop, you may be asked different questions. You may also be asked to take a DUI test.

Nov. 14, 2022

According to statistics from the Florida Uniform Crime Reports, there were 508,490 total arrests statewide in 2020. When an alleged offender is arrested and charged with a crime in Florida, a criminal trial will be scheduled to determine whether they are guilty or not.

Nov. 4, 2022

The DUI arrest rate in Florida is .3% higher than the percentage rate in the entirety of the United States. With that in mind, you should know that Florida judges take DUI charges more seriously than other states. If you’re convicted, the penalties may be harsh.

Sept. 2, 2022

You always have the right to counsel, whether you believe you are innocent or guilty of the charges. Contrary to popular belief, hiring an attorney does not indicate an admission of guilt.

Aug. 24, 2022

Evidence – including physical proof, scientific evidence, or witness statements – plays a huge role in the outcome of every criminal case. However, depending on how the evidence was obtained or the role of the evidence in the prosecution's case, a defendant may request that certain evidence is excluded from the trial. A knowledgeable Florida criminal defense attorney can help you understand what a motion to suppress is and the possibility of suppressing such evidence.

July 28, 2022

While it’s true that a shoplifting charge is often less consequential than other larceny offenses, it is still treated seriously. In fact, according to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, shoplifting is one of the largest categories of larceny charges in Florida, making up over 20% of cases per year.

June 15, 2022

When domestic violence charges are not based on fact, the defendant needs to understand the options for defending themselves. Often, defendants falsely accused of domestic violence choose to wait, hoping that the charges will go away on their own. However, waiting and doing nothing is not the best strategy.