The immediate criminal penalties and the decades-long consequences of a Florida DUI conviction are serious and damaging. In most cases, a DUI conviction will not stop an otherwise qualified American citizen from obtaining a U.S. passport. ...
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Driving under the influence of alcohol is a serious offense, and the repercussions are even greater for minor drivers. Underage DUI can result in criminal charges, license suspension, and other consequences that can hinder a minor's life. ...
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When a driver is charged with DUI in Florida, they are usually released while the case proceeds through the judicial process. The conditions under which they are released depend on the facts and circumstances of each case and the person’s history a...
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Florida law treats all DUI offenses seriously. But there are circumstances under which even a first-time DUI offense can be punishable by an enhanced penalty and constitute a second, separate criminal offense altogether. Under Florida Statute 3...
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The pirates are invading Tampa again this weekend. Here’s what you should know. Tampa, Florida, is home to the cherished Gasparilla celebration. Many locals and tourists swarm the city every year to partake in the festivities. Sadly, h...
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Florida law imposes strict penalties on drivers who are convicted of DUI. All drivers face administrative license suspensions, and criminal penalties that include potential jail sentences, fines, alcohol education programs, mandatory ignition interlo...
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Police officers utilize roadside field sobriety tests, such as the one-leg stand and the walk-and-turn, to determine whether a driver is "under the influence" of alcohol or drugs. These examinations are frequently utilized as proof against a driver w...
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Driving under the influence is a crime in Florida. But like all crimes, a person needs to have at least some general “guilty intent,” what the law calls mens rea, to be convicted. In a typical DUI prosecution, the defendant intentionally dr...
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Driving under the influence of alcohol can have a devastating impact on both your life and the lives of those around you. Although you may know better than to drive while under the influence, what if someone else is putting themselves and others in d...
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If you are stopped by a police officer who suspects you of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, events can seem like they’re happening at lightning speed. But the DUI detection process used by Florida law enforcement agencies involves a...
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