Living without a driver’s license in Florida can be extremely difficult. However, it’s the reality for a lot of people who have outstanding court debts from minor traffic infractions. Low-income people who received tickets or citations for minor traffic violations...
A combination of inexperience, recklessness and distraction can lead to a lot of teen driving accidents in Florida. According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, there are more than 815,000 teens licensed to drive in our state. Here are...
Being arrested for trafficking in drugs is a life-altering event for some individuals in Florida. Local and state authorities are always on the lookout for drug rings, and those arrested for possession of even moderate amounts of drugs are often prosecuted for...
The rules are different on college campuses, particularly when it comes to drug charges. If you're a Florida resident charged with drug possession while living in a college dorm, the consequences can be significantly different than if you were out in the "real world."...
All Florida police officers have a specific protocol when stopping motorists. They can request certain information related to the driver and vehicle registration requirements, including current proof of insurance on the vehicle being driven. This is well established...
Perceptions exist about those arrested for driving under the influence. The public generally assumes that Florida DUI arrests involve people using alcohol, which is often the case. However, many DUI incidents involve people using legal or illegal drugs. Drivers under...
Legal cases involving traffic stops have continuously reaffirmed a fundamental principle: Someone can only be pulled over if the police officer in question has "reasonable suspicion" that a crime has been or is being committed. This is the case across the entire...
Receiving effective treatment for a drug or alcohol addiction may require a stay in a rehab center. Florida residents could enroll in a local rehab program, and some rehab residents come from out of state. Florida appears to be a preferable location for a rehab stay...
Controlled substances are drugs regulated by the government because they pose a danger to society. Some controlled substances include prescription medication and narcotics. A person caught illegally selling or distributing controlled substances in Fort Myers, Florida...
Those who have been accused of domestic violence may face consequences under Florida law, even if they have not yet been convicted of anything. One consequence of domestic violence charges and convictions could be an impact on the right to possess and own a gun. Much...
