Can field sobriety tests get you convicted?
Law enforcement in Florida have different methods of testing sobriety levels. Field sobriety tests fall under this category. Though officers use these tests often, how much weight do they hold in court? Today we will look at field sobriety tests and their place in DUI...What does the law say on drunk driving?
A recent study done by two road safety organizations has come up with stunning revelations on DUI offenses in cities such as Fort Myers, Florida. The studies done by Governors Highway Safety Organization and National Transportation Safety Organization reveal that 1.5...What are administrative suspension laws?
If you face a DUI charge, you will have to go to court. However, you may experience some penalties before you ever see a judge. For example, you will likely go to jail upon your arrest and may have to spend a couple of days there until you can go to court. You also...Why you should think twice about taking field sobriety tests
Spending time with family or friends at your favorite restaurant or other hang out may be the highlight of your day. You sit back, relax, eat some good food and may even have a couple of drinks. When you are ready to head home, you take a moment to make sure you feel...Drunk driving conviction may affect professional license
Drunk driving allegations are serious. They cannot only threaten an individual with heavy fines, jail, prison and damage to his or her reputation, but they can pose significant professional consequences, too. Most professions conduct thorough background checks on...Drunk driving allegations can affect commercial drivers
It almost goes without saying that a drunk driving conviction can result in the imposition of serious penalties. Most people are aware that a DUI conviction can result in jail time and hefty fines, but they may not realize the damage that can be caused by an impounded...Drunk driving and Breathalyzer problems
Just about any criminal charge has the potential to significantly damage an individual’s life. It can result in jail or prison time, fines and harm to one’s reputation. One of the more common criminal offenses in the Fort Myers area is drunk driving. Some...Accused of drunk driving? Legal help is available
Fort Myers-area police are constantly trying to crack down on drunk driving. They keep their eyes out for minor traffic offenses that may allow them to administer field sobriety tests, and they oftentimes establish sobriety checkpoints to try to catch individuals in...Drunk driving conviction and the substance abuse course
Most Floridians know that a drunk driving conviction can result in serious penalties, including the suspension or revocation of one’s driver’s license, hefty fines, and even jail time. As severe as these penalties are, an individual can also be subjected...
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