You may feel uneasy when a Florida law enforcement officer pulls you over, and this may be the case even if you are not doing anything wrong. If that officer asks to perform a search of your vehicle, you may feel even more anxious, but, depending on circumstances, you...
Advocates push for another Florida marijuana ballot
When it comes to establishing new laws, the wording is important to get right. That way advocates get these initiatives on ballots in front of voters. If the Florida Supreme Court chooses to reject an initiative based on its language, that may result in a lot of hard...
Who has to enroll in DUI school in Florida?
Driving under the influence of an intoxicant (DUI) not only puts the driver’s life at risk but also the life of the other drivers who share the road with them. As the consequences for drunk driving are severe, the state of Florida tries to educate those with a DUI...
What costs should you anticipate after your DUI?
After receiving a DUI from Florida law enforcement, you have several life adjustments to navigate. You may wonder how the charge affects your financial health. American Addiction Centers explores common costs associated with drunk driving charges. Understand what you...
How does law enforcement prove an intent to distribute?
It is possible for the state of Florida to charge you with multiple drug offenses. For example, if the police discover illegal drugs in your possession, they may suspect that you intended to deliver them to someone else. As a result, you may end up with a possession...
What should you know about drug trafficking in Florida?
If you sell drugs in Florida, you may face severe consequences. According to the Florida Legislature, drug trafficking occurs when you intentionally bring illegal substances into the state. This offense also refers to the intentional manufacturing and distribution of...
Is it legal to refuse to take field sobriety tests at a DUI stop?
Whether you have ever been arrested for DUI or not, you are probably familiar with field sobriety tests. These tests, which are supposed to help the police officer decide if the driver they pulled over is past the legal limit for alcohol, are ubiquitous in movies and...
Study exposes flaws in crime scene blood analysis
We’ve all seen movies and TV crime dramas depicting bloodstain pattern analysis (BPA) as a scientific forensic technique, leaving little doubt as to “whodunnit.” But a new study published in the August 2021 edition of Forensic Science International uncovers errors and...
What is the difference between jail and prison?
Drug crimes range from misdemeanors and felonies. The potential sentences you may face for a conviction are also various. If the judge decides to incarcerate you, he or she could put you in jail or prison. These two institutions are not the same. They do both house...
Will I need an ignition interlock device?
Like the majority of states, Florida has ignition interlock requirements for certain individuals the courts convict of DUI. If the courts mandate you to put in one of these devices, you are responsible for the cost of maintaining it. Depending on your particular...
