JONATHAN B. BLECHER, P.A. LEGAL BLOG
When Can the Police Search You Without a Warrant?
by Jonathan Blecher | June 28, 2022 | Criminal Defense
The Fourth Amendment protects you from unreasonable searches and seizures by the police. It states that law enforcement officials cannot legally search your home or belongings without a valid warrant. However, there are some exceptions. The police can conduct a warrant-less but lawful search of you or your property in some cases. These are described […]
Drugs in Your Drink Could Lead to a DUI
by Jonathan Blecher | June 27, 2022 | DUI, Drug DUI
You were out at a club and you had a few drinks–but nothing that should have remained in your system to the point of impairment by the time you decided left for home. However, you left because you started to feel tired and disoriented, deciding that you probably just needed to get some sleep. If […]
Can my charges be reduced?
by Jonathan Blecher | June 17, 2022 | Criminal Defense
You’re facing serious criminal charges, and you don’t really think that you can totally avoid a conviction – but you may have hope of seeing your charges reduced. Reduced charges (especially when they take an offense from a felony to a misdemeanor) can still benefit you when it comes to sentencing and the overall impact […]
Can a Breathalyzer Provide False Readings?
by Jonathan Blecher | May 25, 2022 | DUI
Even if you have never encountered one, there is a pretty good chance you have heard about breathalyzer tests. Basically, a breathalyzer test is used to determine the driver’s blood alcohol content (BAC) level in a DUI arrest. If the equipment gives a positive outcome, the obtained BAC test result can be used as evidence […]
What Is a No Contest Plea in a Criminal Case?
by Jonathan Blecher | May 23, 2022 | Criminal Defense
If you are charged with a crime in Florida, one of the most important issues you will need to explore is the type of plea you should enter during the arraignment. One of the pleas you can consider is known as a “no-contest plea.” Nolo contendere or no-contest is a Latin term that translates to […]
