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 judges take…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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,…
More than one in three women and one in four men experience some form of domestic violence in the United States, according to the National Domestic Violence Hotline. While there…
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