JONATHAN B. BLECHER, P.A. LEGAL BLOG
What Is a Miranda Warning?
by Jonathan Blecher | September 15, 2015 | Firm News
Watch just about any television crime drama or any movie you are going to eventually hear someone say the following during an arrest: “You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say or do can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to an attorney. If […]
How App-Based Taxis Are Helping Reduce Drunk Driving
by Jonathan Blecher | September 10, 2015 | DUI
It is hard to go out for a night on the town these days without someone mentioning Uber, Lyft, or Side Car – the three most popular app-based taxi services out there. The services were initially founded to easily connect drivers to their clientele, potentially avoiding that awkward feeling everyone gets when stepping into a […]
Judge in Broward County Faces Consequences After DUI Arrest
by Jonathan Blecher | September 3, 2015 | DUI
A Broward County circuit judge agreed to a 90-day suspension without pay as a disciplinary measure for driving under the influence of Ambien, a prescription sleep aid. Judge Lynn Rosenthal was charged with DUI after an incident on May 27, 2014. The accident occurred at Broward County Courthouse, where the judge clipped a deputy’s marked […]
Should I Refuse a Breath, Blood, or Urine Test During a DUI Arrest?
by Jonathan Blecher | September 1, 2015 | DUI
In Florida, everyone on the roadways – they could be in a car, on a motorcycle, or operating a huge semi-truck – has automatically agreed to an “implied consent” law, whether they realize it or not. This law states that by accepting your responsibilities as a driver and using your license as issued by the […]
Can I Get a Hardship License if I’m Caught Driving on a Suspended License?
by Jonathan Blecher | August 27, 2015 | Criminal Defense
If you were recently arrested for DUI charges in Miami, the thought of a suspended license is probably overwhelming, especially if you have a family or your work is miles from home. Many people who are convicted of DUI and have their license suspended find themselves in quite the predicament. When a person is convicted […]
