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On Behalf of Jonathan B. Blecher, P.A. | May 25, 2022 | DUI
Even if you have never encountered one, there is a pretty good chance you have heard about breathalyzer tests. Basically, a breathalyzer test is used to determine the driver’s blood alcohol content (BAC) level in a DUI arrest. If the equipment gives a positive...
On Behalf of Jonathan B. Blecher, P.A. | May 23, 2022 | Criminal Defense
If you are charged with a crime in Florida, one of the most important issues you will need to explore is the type of plea you should enter during the arraignment. One of the pleas you can consider is known as a “no-contest plea.” Nolo contendere or no-contest is a...
On Behalf of Jonathan B. Blecher, P.A. | May 18, 2022 | DUI
Drunk driving is one of the simplest ways to become a criminal without intending to. A criminal record can haunt you for life, so it is crucial to do all you can to fight a DUI charge. Getting legal help to understand your options will be crucial to that. Yet many...
On Behalf of Jonathan B. Blecher, P.A. | May 16, 2022 | DUI
You may have carefully calculated how much you drink before driving home without a problem for years. Then one day, the police pulled you over and asked you to perform a Breathalyzer test which you failed. There are two possible scenarios. You may have been wrong all...
On Behalf of Jonathan B. Blecher, P.A. | May 10, 2022 | DUI
The result of a breath, blood or urine test often is the strongest piece of evidence in a DUI case. But when it comes to the breath test, at least, the police cannot make you take one without your consent. So what happens if you refuse to take the test? Could the...
Jonathan B. Blecher, P.A. | Apr 29, 2022 | Firm News
Reckless driving in Florida carries serious penalties. Depending on the facts, the offense can be charged as a misdemeanor or felony, with punishments including incarceration and/or fines. If you’re convicted, you will also have a mark on your criminal record, which can show up on background checks for employment, housing, or other opportunities. But being charged with reckless driving doesn’t…
Jonathan B. Blecher, P.A. | Apr 26, 2022 | Firm News
In Florida domestic violence cases, courts are concerned with protecting the alleged victim or other family or household members who might be endangered should the defendant be released. A common tool judges use to ensure the safety of others is a stay away order. The order restricts the defendant from interacting with anyone named in it. Violating a stay away…
Jonathan B. Blecher, P.A. | Apr 22, 2022 | Firm News
Having an upcoming court hearing for your criminal case can be anxiety-producing. That’s understandable. Whether this is your first brush with the law or you have been previously accused of a violation, the justice process can be complex and challenging to follow. Various rules, procedures, and formalities exist concerning when to speak, what you should say, and how evidence can…
Jonathan B. Blecher, P.A. | Apr 5, 2022 | Criminal Defense, Social Media
You may not have realized it, but you’ve been a witness to a crime. It’s true. There are millions of people posting criminal evidence on social media, whether it’s Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or Tik Tok. For example, there’s a comments sections under videos posted by a lawyer on TikTok, Alex Peter. Folks frequently ask for legal advice, talk about…
Jonathan B. Blecher, P.A. | Mar 24, 2022 | DUI
Drunk Driving Regulations a Key Issue in New Infrastructure Bill Drunk driving is a serious issue facing legislators and policymakers. How can you fix something that is different in every case? Finding solutions to these issues can prove beneficial for everyone but difficult to implement. With the passage of infrastructure bill HR 3684, legislators hope that providing additional regulations and…
