A DUI conviction can result in losing your license and being unable to drive for quite a long time. Not having access to this privilege can become a hardship, but the state offers an option that would allow you to resume driving despite the conviction. The ignition...
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Drug court may be an alternative for non-violent offenders
Not all drug crime offenders end up in the prison system. Florida offers an alternative for those who pose no additional risk to the community. Drug Court Programs provide supervision for non-violent offenders who want to make a change and become drug-free. Over time,...
How Florida’s courts may handle underage DUI
Motorists under age 21 could lose their driver’s licenses if law enforcement provides evidence of DUI. According to the Florida Legislature, the law prohibits individuals under 21 to drive with a blood-alcohol content level higher than 0.02. Adults 21 and older may...
What are your Miranda rights?
Many people have heard of their right to remain silent, even if just in passing. But how does it actually come into play if you are facing an arrest or interrogation? Understanding your Miranda rights is one of the most important things you can do to keep yourself...
Can a DUI destroy your opportunities for higher education?
No one grows up without making a few mistakes. Unfortunately, mistakes that involve alcohol can have consequences that are too steep. Young people who drive under the influence in Florida face criminal charges, jail time and other penalties. But a conviction may also...
What punishments can accompany DUIs in Florida?
Driving under the influence can result in a serious accident that harms yourself and others. It can also land you in legal trouble, regardless of whether it is your first or fiftieth offense. The state of Florida takes DUI very seriously, as reflected by their strict...
Designer drugs can still result in serious charges
If you face drug charges, there are various substances that police officers can investigate. One of the said substance types includes designer drugs. Chemists create designer drugs in clandestine labs across the U.S. Generally, chemists develop designer drugs to...
Should you mention your drug conviction on your FAFSA?
Few life experiences are more impactful than attending college. When you are pursuing higher education, you meet new people and try new things. According to the Association of Public and Land Grant Universities, college graduates also earn significantly more than...
Does Florida have a flawed juvenile justice system?
If a Florida law enforcement officer arrests your teenager, you may not even know about it unless your child chooses to tell you about this distressing situation and his or her consequent court date. Why? Because Florida has what many officers refer to as a “catch and...
How does a DUI impact your schooling?
Getting a DUI conviction at any time for any reason can have serious repercussions on your future. This is also true if you are a college student or aspire to be one in the near future. Unfortunately, even a first-time DUI offense could have a major impact on your...