Clearwater Criminal Defense Law Blog
Can non-alcoholic substances affect breath tests?
Officers may use breath tests when dealing with suspected DUI drivers. Breath tests are often a decent indication of someone's intoxication levels. But it is not a perfect device and it can make mistakes. Today we will look at non-alcoholic items that can trigger...
Many drivers may not know that the FLHSMV suspended their license
Approximately two million motorists had their licenses suspended by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. As reported by the Sun-Sentinel, motorists do not always know that they are driving with a suspended license because of outdated...
Do you take prescription drugs? What you need to know
For many people, prescription drugs are a part of everyday life. If you, like many Florida residents, use medications to manage health conditions, pain, a mood disorder, etc., you may not think twice about taking your meds before you get behind the wheel of a vehicle....
How does alcohol get on your breath?
If you ask anyone in Clearwater to describe to you the first image that pops into their head when you say the term "driving under the influence," they will likely tell you that they envision a person standing on the side of road blowing into a handheld breath...
Legalizing marijuana at the federal level
A change in the drug laws at the federal level could have drastic effects on those facing or with past convictions for a drug crime. Lawmakers on Capital Hill are currently looking into federal marijuana laws. At this time, only medical marijuana is legal in Florida,...
Can you reinstate a suspended license for employment reasons?
When faced with a DUI charge, a driver’s license revocation may be one of the most serious consequences. DUIs are criminal offenses in the state of Florida and allegations of DUI have severe penalties attached. If you need to drive for the sake of your job, this could...
Social media may complicate your DUI case
The Clearwater area has thousands of bars, restaurants, entertainment venues and other places where you can have a beer or cocktail. When enjoying a night on the town, you may want to snap a few pictures of your revelry and post them on social media. If you drive...
Drunk driving charges and your social life
When it comes to the consequences that DUI charges often bring, many people focus on the financial penalties that come with these cases, the impact on one’s career and even the emotional toll of a drunk driving case. However, there are many other hardships that those...
The consequences of receiving a DUI charge
As a Florida driver, you know that driving under the influence is a serious problem and comes with heavy consequences. In a state where the rate of driving under the influence is higher than the national average, it is important to stay educated on legal issues. The...
Why is the Rastafarian defense not effective?
The Rastafarian religion is a recognized religious organization. Generally, religious exemptions and defenses stand up in court because of the constitutional right to freedom of religion. The government cannot impose on this right, and Florida courts typically follow...
