DUI or Driving Under the Influence does not mean Drunk Driving. A person with a Florida DUI charge must show a blood alcohol level of 0.08% or higher in Florida. Therefore, if you are ever charged with driving under the influence in Florida, it is essential you know the Florida DUI Laws and how they affect your rights.
Being accused or convicted of any of the Florida voyeurism Laws is a serious crime. A “Peeping Tom” is a person who watches another person without their knowledge, usually with lustful or indecent intentions. It is considered a sexually motivated crime.
While Florida does not have a specific embezzlement law or statute, this crime type is a crime of property theft, and the penalties and conviction for this “white-collar crime” are especially harsh. A highly seasoned criminal defense lawyer is the best defense for your case. Learn more.
It is essential to understand gun ownership in Florida and knowing your rights in order to avoid complications with the law. Learn more…
If you are facing your first DUI conviction in Florida, the penalties are serious. Your consequences may include fines, having your license suspended, your vehicle impounded and possible jail time among other punishments.
Probation is a form of punishment where you agree to follow Florida probation conditions which can limit your freedoms. Learn how we help…
In some countries, a DUI is considered a misdemeanor. In others, it is a serious criminal offense no matter how it was prosecuted in your country. No matter what kind of conviction you get, traveling with a DUI under your name can be very difficult and sometimes impossible.
In DUI Cases Involving Drugs and Alcohol, The Florida Courts Will Often Order An Offender To Wear A SCRAM Bracelet To Monitor Alcohol Usage Alcohol monitoring bracelets, also known as a SCRAM bracelet, allows the courts to monitor offenders who are not supposed to be drinking alcohol as a part of their sentencing. SCRAM is […]
In 2005, Florida enacted the Stand Your Ground Law, setting guidelines for how and when a person can defend against physical threats. The law allows a person to use deadly force if they believe their life or another's is in danger.
For some, health issues may make life in prison ill-advised or a particular work situation may get in the way. So if one has been convicted of a criminal offense or is entering into a plea agreement – is it possible for one to serve their sentence from home? In Florida, the answer may be […]
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