DUI

Driving a car or other motor vehicle if you have consumed alcohol or drugs is a serious offense in Florida. It may contribute to severe or fatal accidents and injuries. Law enforcement officers use various field sobriety tests to assess a driver's impairment level and...

In Florida, a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) charge means one of two things: either your blood alcohol concentration level hits the 0.08 grams per 100 mL of blood mark, or the authorities can prove that your normal faculties are severely impaired by a substance...

People are going to drink alcohol. It is one of the most accessible and legal ways to relax after a long work week. If an officer pulls you over and charges you with Driving Under the Influence (DUI), a conviction may ruin your life in more ways than one. You may have...

A Florida man was handed a life sentence on Feb. 27 for driving under the influence of drugs and causing an accident that claimed the life of a 71-year-old man and his 7-year-old and 9-year-old granddaughters. During a sentencing hearing that lasted approximately two...

Being accused of driving under the influence in Florida is serious even in the best of circumstances. However, there are certain factors that can enhance the charge; these are some of the most common. Having a minor in the vehicle A charge of driving under the...

Medical marijuana is legal in Florida, but that doesn’t mean you should get behind the wheel after using it. In some situations, a person can be charged with DUI even if they aren’t impaired. This carries various consequences. Medical marijuana and impairment If a...

If a police officer suspects you are driving under the influence in Florida, they can arrest you. Afterward, the legal process may begin with a preliminary hearing. Understanding DUI preliminary hearings After an arrest for driving under the influence (DUI), the next...

Demographics do not tell the entire story about driving under the influence. However, reviewing statistics and information may paint a picture of who is at risk the most. Regardless, drunk driving collisions will happen in Florida no matter what preventive steps...

Although marijuana is only legal for medical purposes in Florida, many use it recreationally. One way that it can be dangerous is if you use it and then drive. Higher THC levels increase accident risk Many people think marijuana is harmless. However, if you take it...

If you are taken into custody for a DUI in Florida, you may lose your driving privileges or spend time in jail. If convicted, you face additional jail time, a license suspension, or revocation, and a fine. In addition, you may have a harder time finding employment...