Category: DUI
Can a DUI Conviction Prevent You from Getting a Passport?
by Jonathan Blecher | June 26, 2017 | DUI
When people are arrested for DUI, they know that a conviction can easily mean upwards of $1,000 in fines, community service, imprisonment for up to 9 months, and up to a year license revocation – and that’s all just for a first offense. With Florida’s harsh DUI penalties, it’s not surprising why someone who wishes […]
Facing Jail Time for a First DUI Offense in Florida: What to Expect
by Jonathan Blecher | June 21, 2017 | DUI, First DUI
Under Florida law, a first-time misdemeanor driving under the influence (DUI) conviction is punishable by up to 9 months in jail. In light of that information, does it mean that all DUI defendants are incarcerated upon a conviction? It depends on the facts of the case. When it comes to a first DUI offense, sentencing […]
Can Prescription Drugs Lead to a DUI Charge?
by Jonathan Blecher | June 21, 2017 | Drug DUI, DUI
While many simply associate a DUI with driving drunk, a person can also be arrested for DUI if they are under the influence of prescription drugs. Regardless of whether or not the driver legally had access to their prescribed medication, Florida DUI laws cover any sort of impairment that stems from an unnatural substance, providing […]
What Miami Beach’s Hotel Reopenings Mean for Travelers
by Jonathan Blecher | June 14, 2017 | DUI
All criminal convictions, whether they’re for misdemeanors or felonies, lead to criminal penalties and sanctions that place a heavy burden upon the defendant, especially as he or she tries to re-enter society, and convictions for Miami driving under the influence (DUI) are no exception. If you are facing DUI charges in Miami-Dade County, it’s important to understand […]
Florida DUI Penalties
by Jonathan Blecher | May 23, 2017 | DUI
It’s no secret: Like Texas and Arizona, Florida is notorious for being tough on crime and DUI is NO exception. Now that you’re headed to court, you’re concerned about your job, your family, your auto insurance, and maybe even your FICO score. You may be worried about how a DUI would affect your ability to […]
