Category: Uncategorized
Top 10 Consequences of a DUI Conviction in Miami
by Jonathan Blecher | September 11, 2023 | DUI, Uncategorized
A conviction for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) in Miami can result in more than just legal penalties. Beyond fines and potential jail time, individuals facing a DUI conviction may encounter a range of collateral consequences that can impact various aspects of their lives. It’s crucial to be aware of these consequences to make informed […]
WHEN CAN POLICE SEARCH YOUR PROPERTY?
by Jonathan Blecher | March 22, 2023 | Firm News, Uncategorized
We’ve all seen it on crime shows. An officer goes to search someone’s home or vehicle, the suspects scoffs and says, “You can’t do that!” and then the officer proudly flashes a warrant and proceeds with the search. Or, the officer wants to carry out a search, the suspect smugly says “Got a warrant?” and […]
Congress Introduces Legislation to Expunge Marijuana Record
by Jonathan Blecher | December 20, 2021 | Uncategorized
The Harnessing Opportunities by Pursuing Expungement (HOPE) Act was introduced in Congress on December 2, 2021, to encourage local and state governments to expunge the criminal records of tens of millions of people who have previously been convicted of marijuana-related crimes. Led by Representatives Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) and Dave Joyce (R-OH), the bill provides $20 […]
The Damage Associated with Making Mugshots Public
by Jonathan Blecher | December 7, 2021 | Uncategorized
After a person is arrested in most states, the police department or county jail may post the mugshot photo online or otherwise make them available to the public. However, this practice can do more harm than good. Mugshots often show people in their worst state, whether they are red-eyed from crying, appear visibly intoxicated, or […]
Infrastructure Bill Seeks a Drunk Driver Monitoring System & Other Vehicle Safety Measures
by Jonathan Blecher | August 10, 2021 | Uncategorized
The U.S. Senate voted UP on a $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill aimed at repairing the country’s roadways and bridges, improving the electrical grid, and providing rural communities with high-speed Internet, and instituting several eco-friendly measures. However, contained within the 2,702-page plan, there are several consumer safety provisions, such as keeping drunk drivers off the […]
