JONATHAN B. BLECHER, P.A. LEGAL BLOG

Finding a Top Criminal Defense Attorney in Miami

by Jonathan Blecher | February 20, 2023 | Criminal Defense

Being accused of a crime can be a daunting experience, and finding a good criminal defense attorney is crucial to ensuring that your rights are protected and that you receive the best possible outcome for your case. If you are in Miami, Florida, there are several things you should keep in mind when searching for […]

How Bail Jumping Can Hurt Your Criminal Case

by Jonathan Blecher | February 16, 2023 | Criminal Defense

If you are arrested and charged with certain criminal offenses like driving under influence (DUI), Florida courts might release you on bail while your case goes through the trial process. Before you are released on bail, however, the court will set the terms of your bond. You might have to deposit a monetary bond with […]

Could the DUI Legal Limit Be Lowered to 0.5?

by Jonathan Blecher | February 10, 2023 | DUI

Drunk driving is one of the leading causes of accidents and fatalities on the roads. Despite numerous campaigns, laws, and penalties, it remains a significant problem. In recent years, there has been a growing movement to lower the legal limit for intoxication from .08 to .05, with many countries around the world already making this […]

Everything You Should Know About Roadside THC Testing

by Jonathan Blecher | February 6, 2023 | DUI

The use of cannabis has become more widespread and accepted in many parts of the world. As a result, law enforcement has had to adapt to this changing landscape and find new ways to detect whether drivers are under the influence of marijuana. One tool they’ve adopted is roadside THC testing. In this blog, we’ll take a look at what you need to know about these tests and how they work.

Types of sobriety tests

by Jonathan Blecher | January 31, 2023 | DUI

During a traffic stop, law enforcement may want evaluate a driver to determine if they are impaired by drugs or alcohol. Post-arrest, the police will request the driver take a breath test and if it reads 0.08% BAC or higher, then they’ll be charged with a DUI. A urine test for drugs may be requested […]