Did you know that more than 10,000 people die every year as a result of drinking and driving? In fact, every 45 minutes, someone dies in a drinking-and-driving accident. A blood alcohol concentration rate of 0.08 or higher can result in a DUI charge, but more than...
Having a child accused of committing a crime can increase your concerns about the type of life your child will continue to live. As a parent, you most likely want to facilitate healthier, more responsible habits in your child. While you cannot control your child's...
Drunk driving, also known as driving under the influence (DUI), is a serious crime in the state of Florida. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles reports that penalties for multiple offenses can result in fines of thousands of dollars and several...
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...
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,...
Deciding how to handle juvenile offenders is a complex and emotional process. The challenge is a persistent issue for parents and guardians, with recent statistics reporting over 55,000 youth arrests in a year. The justice systems of adults and juveniles have...
For many people, a DUI will result in some fairly major shake-ups in their life. For students, these issues can serve as an even bigger roadblock. Many students could find their career hopes ended thanks to one DUI, even if it is a first-time offense. Refusal to hire...
While alcohol laws often remain similar from state to state, staying aware of specific rules matters. College students under 21 in Florida face severe consequences for possessing or drinking alcohol and even those of legal age need to follow specific laws. Whether a...
The state of Florida is serious about the effort to reduce drunk driving incidents. In fact, the courts would like to see drunk driving reduced to zero. You probably know that fines exist for driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI), but are you aware of...
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...
