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...
DUI
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...
3 reasons not to trust your teenager’s breath test results
When officers suspect a teenager is driving under the influence of alcohol, they often ask for a breath sample. If a breath test indicates your son or daughter has a blood alcohol concentration of 0.02% or higher, an arrest is likely imminent. Still, breath tests are...
What are some common field sobriety tests?
It can be overwhelming at first when you get pulled over, especially if you are unsure of what the officers commonly do to check if you are drunk. While at a checkpoint, here are some common field sobriety tests that you will likely encounter. Gaze The most basic of...
Zero Tolerance means stricter limits for underage drivers
You've moved out of your parents' house and into your college dorm. As you embrace your new life, you start to appreciate the freedom you have and the new friends you make in school. Life many students, you will go to parties with the people you've met and drink. But...
You could get more trouble than you expect at a checkpoint
With stay-at-home orders in effect, government entities are working tirelessly to serve and protect public health needs. However, you may wonder whether some efforts to minimize the impact of the coronavirus could violate your rights. For example, your ability to...