Until they face one themselves, most people don’t know just how complicated DUI charges are. The type of charge and the punishment itself depend on a number of different factors. As such, people who have been charged with a DUI quickly realize why it’s so important to hire an experienced criminal defense attorney, and they […]
There’s a lot to DUI car accident cases that the media doesn’t cover. Sometimes, the best way to clear up misunderstandings about any criminal charges relating to a DUI defense is to examine real-world examples. In Florida, we have no shortage of those.
The penalties for a DUI can be very severe. A first conviction can result in 50 hours of community service, a 180-day license revocation and possible imprisonment. If you are facing a DUI defense, you should know that the severity of your punishment and the impact that it has on your life is under your […]
You pay your attorney for more than filing paperwork and standing in court; you pay for expertise, some of which is gained through training in law school, whereas some can only be acquired through courtroom experience. For instance, there are many factors that a seasoned defense attorney takes into consideration when deciding whether to pursue […]
If you’ve been arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) in Florida, we cannot overstate the importance of hiring an experienced attorney. The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) explains that Florida’s DUI laws are some of the toughest in the country. If a judge or jury convicts you, even if it’s your first criminal offense, […]
When people talk about DUIs, they don’t often make a distinction between the types of charges that the defendant faces. Instead, they say something like, “John got a DUI.” In everyday life, this is fine, but if you find yourself facing DUI charges, you’ll need to know what penalties you face and how they could […]
Imagine that you’ve been arrested. You face jail time. Then, before the trial has begun, the prosecutor offers you a plea deal. What happens next? You may be tempted to think there are two possible scenarios. Either you accept or you decline, right? In practice, plea deals are more complicated than they seem on […]
Beneath all the superstardom and celebrity media coverage, the Justin Bieber case in Florida is really just an interesting drinking while driving (DUI) case study. Granted, shifting focus to look at just the facts of the stop and arrest is problematic since it involved a yellow Lamborghini and one of the most recognizable faces and […]
No one expects to be arrested for driving under the influence (DUI), and popular courtroom dramas tend to skip over most of the stages of any trial, so you may be uncertain of how your DUI case will proceed after you are arrested. Knowing the stages of a DUI trial can benefit you in […]
The courtroom can be a confusing place for just about anyone. Although legal terms and motions seem to be second nature to the judges and attorneys, they can often leave the defendant feeling overwhelmed and lost. In reality, these terms often cover very simple concepts that can be explained easily. Below, you’ll find a quick […]
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