A stop on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol is an unpleasant experience, especially if testing indicates high blood alcohol content. Perhaps knowing about the factors that influence your BAC level could prevent you from having to deal with a DUI...
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DUI
Why do officers use field sobriety tests?
When an officer believes you are driving under the influence, they still need to prove it before they arrest you. They have many tools at their disposal to help them get the answers they need. Of these tools, one is the field sobriety test. There are many different...
Can a DUI impact your time in college?
As a college student, a first-time DUI can feel like many different things. Maybe you feel overwhelmed because it is your first time facing such a big charge. Or maybe you do not feel worried, because you think college students get off easier. Unfortunately, this is...
How does a DUI affect your college life?
When facing a DUI charge for the first time, you may be of two minds. No matter what, it is always scary to face criminal charges. Your thoughts may run wild, causing anxiety and concern. On the other hand, as it is a first time offense, you may feel tempted to think...
What are the non-monetary costs of a DUI?
Florida police arrested you for driving under the influence recently, and you know the charge comes with substantial financial costs. Do you understand how the charge affects your life in other ways? Absolute Advocacy explores the significant shifts that you may...
Some considerations when planning your DUI defense
When you face DUI charges, the burden of proof is on the prosecution. This means the prosecutor must prove you are guilty of the crime and that you do not have to prove you are innocent. Your goal when defending yourself is to poke holes in the prosecution's evidence....
What are ignition interlock devices?
If you have been charged and/or convicted of a DUI in Florida, you know firsthand the challenges that can come from the aftermath. In addition to substantial monetary fines and probation, those convicted of DUI in Florida have their driver’s licenses revoked. People...
Examining the true cost of a Florida DUI
When a Florida law enforcement official charges you with driving under the influence and you receive a conviction for the offense, it may hurt you personally, professionally and financially. In some cases, it may interfere with your ability to work and support...
Penalties faced by Florida’s repeat-DUI offenders
The state of Florida takes driving under the influence of alcohol quite seriously, so, as you might imagine, the penalties for doing so increase in severity with each conviction. In addition to facing serious criminal penalties for drinking and driving on more than...
Do I have the right to refuse testing during a DUI stop?
During a traffic stop for a suspected DUI, the officer will typically request that you take a test that will determine how much alcohol you have in your body. This is usually a roadside breathalyzer. You breathe into a machine and it calculates your blood alcohol...