Would you say that you generally know how intoxicated you are? If you’ve been drinking, you can tell if you just have a slight buzz or if you are significantly impaired. This is an assumption that a lot of people make, especially when deciding if it’s safe to drive...
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What’s the difference between assault and battery in Florida?
People tend to say the phrase “assault and battery” as if they’re a single offense – but they’re not. In this state, assault and battery are actually two separate crimes, with vastly different potential consequences. What’s an assault? An assault is an intentional...
Is jumping the turnstile or avoiding bus fares illegal?
Getting around town can be tough, especially if you don’t own a car. Fortunately, public transportation is an option. Networks of buses and inter-city rail services serve Florida’s cities, providing people with an affordable and convenient way to travel around. But...
Should you pay your traffic ticket?
Police officers pull over vehicles for several reasons, some more serious than others. If an officer issues you a traffic ticket, you may think the most convenient and obvious thing to do would be to pay the fine. However, all drivers should know that paying a ticket...
The consequences of a DUI for a college student
The consequences of a drunk driving conviction can be severe in Florida. Motorists convicted of driving under the influence for the first time can spend up to six months behind bars, and repeat offenders face mandatory jail time. A driver is considered intoxicated in...
When an abusive spouse accuses you of domestic violence
Spousal abuse is more common than it should be and can come in various forms, including emotional abuse. Emotional abuse is when a person attempts to control or isolate another party without necessarily using physical contact. Emotional abuse can cause more harm than...
Should you cooperate with the police or plead the Fifth?
During a traffic stop, the police may gather evidence to prove that a driver is drunk. The police may ask the driver to perform standardized field sobriety tests or use a breath test to evaluate their blood alcohol content. Typically, the police will start by...
Can college students share prescription drugs?
College students have many different reasons that they may consider sharing prescription drugs. For instance, someone may live with a number of roommates when they get a prescription from their doctor. They may decide to share with their roommates who have similar...
The consequences of juvenile shoplifting
Although many young Florida residents walk the straight and narrow, others stray; some even begin committing crimes. Shoplifting is one of the most common crimes committed by juveniles, and this activity can have serious consequences for young people. Shoplifting...
How does a SCRAM device work in DUI cases?
Not all offenders who drive under the influence (DUI) respond positively to criminal sanctions or medical treatment. Some hardcore or high-risk drunk drivers resist behavioral change. They tend to relapse into their alcoholic patterns, unfazed by their encounters with...