A drunk driving conviction can have serious consequences for anyone. However, for professional drivers in Florida, the risks are even higher. A single offense can threaten your job, your commercial driver’s license (CDL) and your future in the industry. Here are some...
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Drunk Driving Charges
Can you expunge a DUI conviction in Florida?
If you’ve been convicted of DUI in Florida, you’re probably wondering if there’s a way to clear your record. Expungement sounds like a good solution, but not every case qualifies, so it’s important to understand how Florida law treats DUI convictions and what that...
What penalties come with a first DUI conviction in Florida?
Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense in Florida, even for a first-time violation. Understanding the potential penalties helps you navigate the legal system if you face DUI charges. Florida enforces strict laws to deter impaired driving, and the...
Why can narcolepsy confuse police during traffic or DUI stops?
Narcolepsy can be easy for law enforcement officials in Florida to mistake for DUI. Symptoms of narcolepsy include excessive daytime sleepiness and sudden episodes of sleep. It can manifest in various ways that may confuse police officers during traffic stops....
What to know about the 10-day deadline to keep your license
DUI charges in Florida come with significant consequences. One aspect to be aware of is the 10-day deadline that follows such an incident. Failing to take appropriate action within this timeframe can result in the automatic suspension of your driver's license....
Do you have to serve time after a Florida DUI?
Driving Under the Influence is a serious offense that can lead to severe consequences, including jail or prison time, depending on the circumstances. However, whether jail or prison time is mandatory after a Florida DUI conviction varies depending on several factors....
Is jail time mandatory for DUI offenders in Florida?
Driving under the influence in Florida means serious penalties, some of which might include sizable fines, substance abuse treatment obligations and a loss of your driver’s license. However, if you recently received a DUI charge during a Florida traffic stop, one of...
What are the potential punishments for a DUI?
Driving under the influence of alcohol is a serious charge. There are a wide array of punishments you can face because this charge involves both criminal and administrative consequences. Your exact sentence will depend on whether this is your first charge, your...
How may the type of alcohol-level test affect a DUI defense?
Charges involving driving under the influence in Florida may not always result in convictions. Impairment only begins when test results accurately show a 0.08% alcohol level, according to the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. The Florida Legislature’s...
Can a penny help you avoid a DUI charge?
As you probably know, law enforcement agencies in Florida consider driving under the influence of alcohol to be no laughing matter. This attitude is consistent with state law. In fact, according to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, a DUI...
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