Teenage pranks are a common occurrence, whether they play them on friends or on those they do not like, but could your teen find him or herself in legal trouble with the Florida police and court systems as the result of such an act? The Pensacola News Journal reports...
When you enter college, there are a lot of “firsts” to contend with, but you are able to manage most of them. However, if law enforcement stops you on suspicion of drunk driving, you will find that becoming a first offender can cast a cloud over your life both now and...
When law enforcement officers arrest you for allegedly committing a drug or other crime and take you to jail, you are entitled to bail in most situations. Furthermore, the Eighth Amendment to the US Constitution prohibits the imposition of excessive bail....
When officers suspect a driver of hitting the road while under the influence, they submit this person to a battery of tests to prove whether there is enough evidence to make an arrest. Field sobriety tests often serve as one of the first tests a driver may come...
When you send your child off to college, you hope that they will focus on their studies and stay out of trouble. However, even good students can slip up as they adjust to their new freedom and responsibilities. If your college student is facing a charge for underage...
Florida residents charged with possession of drugs or drug paraphernalia might face a conviction that affects various aspects of home and work life. Depending on your job, it could affect your professional license and the jobs you can legally hold. In situations where...
After getting arrested for drinking and driving, you may have fears and concerns about what happens next as well as how a potential conviction could affect your life. You may also feel anxious about the consequences you face. According to the Florida Department of...
The legal limit for blood alcohol content (BAC) while driving is 0.08 percent in most states. But did you know that you can feel intoxicated and end up impaired far before you hit that number? On the other hand, you can also still feel fine and functional long after...
When you are out having a good time with friends and family, it is easy to forget just how many adult beverages you had. This can lead to legal issues if you receive a breathalyzer test from the police while driving. According to the Centers for Disease Control and...
Facing a disorderly intoxication charge can leave you unsure about how to proceed. As a college student, you may not know what outcome to expect. It is important to take the situation seriously, as criminal charges can affect your education and future opportunities....
