After receiving your recent DUI, you may feel confused about the breath analyzer results that Florida law enforcement showed you. Maybe you only had a sip of alcohol, or perhaps you had nothing to drink at all before driving. American Addition Centers explores a rare...
What is reasonable suspicion to pull over a motorist?
There are a number of possible defenses against a DUI charge. Along with challenges to breath test results, you might also find that the officer who pulled you over did not have a proper basis to stop you in the first place. It may come as a surprise, but the police...
What are the consequences for a hit-and-run DUI offense?
Florida law prohibits individuals from driving motor vehicles if they have a blood alcohol concentration over the state’s 0.08% legal limit. Nevertheless, if you drive under the influence of alcohol and have a collision, you should remain at the accident scene until...
Penalties and possible reductions for Florida DUI offenses
Although Florida judges view driving under the influence as a serious charge, a motorist's first and second offense may classify as a misdemeanor. When a DUI arrest involves severe bodily injuries or a death, however, the charge may be a felony offense. An individual...
Which drugs are most commonly abused in Florida?
Approximately 7% of people over the age of 12 in Florida have a substance use disorder. The death rate from drug overdoses is 24 per 100,000 people, which is relatively high compared to the rest of the country. Nevertheless, when it comes to the types of substances...
IID requirements for DUI offenses in Florida
People who live in Florida and who find themselves accused of drunk driving offenses will want to educate themselves about the potential penalties they may face if they are ultimately convicted of a driving under the influence charge. The penalties associated with a...
DUI charges during a vacation
During the holiday season, many people travel to different parts of the country in order to visit family members or go on a trip with their own family. People also like to travel during many other times of the year, such as spring break and the summer. During these...
3 tips for negotiating alimony
If you are getting a divorce, you may have concerns about whether you will pay or receive alimony. Spousal support is a stressful issue, and you may be wondering how you will get a fair deal. Whether these payments will be necessary and in what amounts will be based...
Divorcing after 50? Avoid these 3 mistakes
If you are at least 50 years old and getting a divorce, you are not alone. In fact, according to CNBC, the rate of divorce among adults 50 and older has doubled over the past two decades. While divorce can happen to anyone, it is important to know that there are...
3 tips for new stepparents
Becoming a stepparent is not an easy task. It can be difficult to blend your family together. If you are planning to adopt your stepchildren, you must navigate the journey with a lot of patience and unconditional love. Bonding with your new stepchildren may not be...
