What does the law say on drunk driving?
A recent study done by two road safety organizations has come up with stunning revelations on DUI offenses in cities such as Fort Myers, Florida. The studies done by Governors Highway Safety Organization and National Transportation Safety Organization reveal that 1.5 million Americans are charged each year with DUI offense. The most alarming is the […]
Why you should think twice about taking field sobriety tests
Spending time with family or friends at your favorite restaurant or other hang out may be the highlight of your day. You sit back, relax, eat some good food and may even have a couple of drinks. When you are ready to head home, you take a moment to make sure you feel able to […]
Arrested for DUI? Stay calm and read on
Red and blue flashing lights are typically the last things drivers want to see in their rearview mirrors, particularly if a driver has had a drink. Instantly, you can start worrying about the cost of a ticket, why police pulled you over and whether the drink you had earlier will wind up costing you your […]
Can a drunk driving conviction cost me my job?
If you have been convicted of drunk driving in Florida, you can be at risk of losing your job. According to AOL, whether you will be fired or not for a DUI depends on where you work, your employer’s policies and the law. It may also be affected by the sentence you received as part […]
How tough are Florida’s DUI license suspension laws?
Florida drivers who are pulled over by a law enforcement officer on suspicion of driving under the influence face serious consequences. This is particularly true for drivers under 21 years of age. As explained by the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, the first consequence is suspension of your driver’s license. Under Section 322.2616 of […]
You could fail this field sobriety test even when you’re sober
Many Florida residents tend to joke that they couldn’t walk a straight line when they are sober, let alone when they have been drinking. If you have any kind of balance issues or are getting up there in years, you probably won’t be able to stand on one leg either. Essentially, you could fail a field […]
Factors that could turn a DUI charge into an enhanced allegation
No one wants a legal situation to become more complicated than it has to be. Unfortunately, some people who face criminal charges could wind up in more complex predicaments because details about the situation that led to the arrest resulted in enhanced charges. In particular, it is possible for aggravated DUI charges to come against […]
Was your child charged with DUI under zero-tolerance laws?
As a parent, you undoubtedly want to see your child thrive and do well in life. Now that he or she has reached adulthood — albeit young adulthood — you likely hoped that you would receive outstanding reports regarding grades in college, learn about awards and new friendships, and overall feel as if your child […]
Drunk driving and Breathalyzer problems
Just about any criminal charge has the potential to significantly damage an individual’s life. It can result in jail or prison time, fines and harm to one’s reputation. One of the more common criminal offenses in the Fort Myers area is drunk driving. Some individuals who find themselves accused of this crime either didn’t have […]
Accused of drunk driving? Legal help is available
Fort Myers-area police are constantly trying to crack down on drunk driving. They keep their eyes out for minor traffic offenses that may allow them to administer field sobriety tests, and they oftentimes establish sobriety checkpoints to try to catch individuals in the act. Those who are arrested on allegations of drunk driving can face […]