Category: DUI

How a DUI Charge Can Impact Immigration Status

by Jonathan Blecher | August 2, 2020 | DUI

Lawful Permanent Residents & DUI Florida is home to a high volume of immigrants, many of which come from the Caribbean. More than one in five Florida residents is an immigrant, while one in eight residents are native-born U.S. citizens with at least one immigrant parent, reported by the American Immigration Council. These statistics demonstrate […]

Is Expunging Your DUI Record Possible in Florida?

by Jonathan Blecher | June 24, 2020 | DUI, Expungement

Sealing or Expunging public criminal history records in Florida is governed by F.S. 943.0585, 943.059, and new statute 943.0581. The purpose of these statutes is to block public access to criminal records and to grant people the qualified permission to deny the existence of the record of arrest and court case. DUI convictions can never […]

Understanding the Long-Term Effects of a Florida DUI

Not One, Two or Three Times. But Six Times in a Row. It is with great pleasure to announce that I have been named to the 2020 Super Lawyers list yet again. For six years in a row, Super Lawyers has recognized my high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Only five percent of […]

How You Can Face DUI Charges Without Consuming Alcohol

by Jonathan Blecher | June 1, 2020 | DUI

It doesn’t matter if you only had one beer, getting behind the wheel after drinking could result in a DUI arrest. Driving under the influence, or DUI, is a common offense. Thousands of Floridians get pulled over for DUI each year, but you might be surprised to learn that not all DUI arrests involve alcohol […]

How the Resumption of Sports Leads to Increased DUI Incidents

by Jonathan Blecher | May 21, 2020 | DUI

Sports Are on the Rise & So Are DUIs Restaurants, retailers, parks, and sports are beginning to make a comeback in Miami, finally giving residents something to look forward to. Some sports athletes are beginning their training and competitions now, making thousands of fans enthusiastic about watching their favorite team and athletes on TV again. […]