What Happens If You Are Pulled Over for Driving Under the Influence
If you have access to a television, then you’ve probably heard your fair share of “Don’t Drink and Drive” PSA’s. However, things happen. People make mistakes. Unfortunately, mistakes for drinking and driving in Florida may come with serious consequences. Not only is it is dangerous for you, it is dangerous for everyone else on the […]
Do I Need To Hire A Florida DUI Lawyer If I’ve Been Arrested For Driving While Intoxicated?
What can happen if I’m arrested for DUI? A DUI offense in Florida can carry very significant consequences, especially if there is property damage or personal injury involved, but even more so if there’s a crash that results in a fatality. Some of the penalties may include, fines, jail time, license suspension/revocation, or the installation, at […]
How Much Is a Ticket for Driving Under the Influence in Florida?
Florida law imposes strict fines for individuals convicted of driving under the influence. While most people already know this, not everyone knows that driving under the influence applies to more than just alcohol. Pursuant to Florida Statute 316.193, a person can be charged with driving under the influence if they are within the state of Florida, […]
The Importance Of Miranda Warnings In DUI Cases
Miranda warnings are all about questioning and being protected from self-incrimination. State and federal courts state that the Miranda warnings may have to be read by the officer, to the detainee, while he/she is placed in custody. Miranda warnings that are to be communicated to the suspect are as follows: In the case of a […]
What Is The Definition Of Reckless Driving In Florida?
Reckless driving in Florida is described in the state as operating a motor vehicle with deliberate and willful disregard for the safety of others. Fleeing a law enforcement officer is considered a Felony. Reckless driving can involve, for example, grossly excessive speed, tailgating, weaving in and out of traffic or failure to yield. What Is The […]
What Are The Consequences Of A DUI Hit And Run In Florida?
What can happen if I’m arrested and charged with leaving the scene of an accident while intoxicated? An arrest for DUI by itself can carry tough penalties. However, it can become much more serious and complicated if you are caught after fleeing from the site of an accident involving property damage or injury and found […]
What Are The Penalties For Multiple DUI Offenses In Florida?
How is Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Defined by the State of Florida? Drivers face Florida DUI penalties when the State considers that an individual is DUI if that person operates or is in physical control of a vehicle on public streets or highways while impaired by illegal prescription or over-the-counter drugs, alcohol or a […]
2016 Florida DUI Statutes
Title XXIIIMOTOR VEHICLES Chapter 316STATE UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROLView Entire Chapter 316.193 Driving under the influence; penalties.— (1) A person is guilty of the offense of driving under the influence and is subject to punishment as provided in subsection (2) if the person is driving or in actual physical control of a vehicle within this state and: (a) The […]
Florida BUI Penalties
PENALTIES a. Refusing Breath, Blood or Urine Test – b. Criminal Penalties for BUI – A person will be found guilty ofBUI if that person is under the influence of alcoholic beverages or a chemical or controlled substance to the extent that their normal faculties are impaired, or have a blood or breath-alcohol level of 0.08 or […]