You were out at a club and you had a few drinks--but nothing that should have remained in your system to the point of impairment by the time you decided left for home. However, you left because you started to feel tired and disoriented, deciding that you probably just...
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Can my charges be reduced?
On Behalf of Jonathan B. Blecher, P.A. | Jun 17, 2022 | Criminal Defense, DUI
You’re facing serious criminal charges, and you don’t really think that you can totally avoid a conviction – but you may have hope of seeing your charges reduced. Reduced charges (especially when they take an offense from a felony to a misdemeanor) can still benefit...
Can breathalyzer equipment give false results?
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...
Should you contest a DUI?
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...
How do you know if you are safe to drive after drinking?
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...
What if I decline the breath test during a DUI traffic stop?
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...
Drunk Driving Regulations a Key Issue in New Infrastructure Bill
On Behalf of Jonathan B. Blecher, P.A. | Mar 24, 2022 | DUI
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 safety rules will help save lives. The infrastructure legislation includes…
Can You Get a DUI While Being Stoned in Miami?
On Behalf of Jonathan B. Blecher, P.A. | Feb 23, 2022 | DUI
Yes. Driving under the influence of marijuana is illegal in Florida and subject to the same penalties as driving while impaired by alcohol or any other drug. You can get a DUI anytime you drive impaired by drugs or alcohol. Worse, you could cause an accident and hurt yourself or others. How Does Being Stoned Affect Drivers? Drivers under the…
The Science Behind Stoned-Driving Laws Makes Absolutely No Sense
On Behalf of Jonathan B. Blecher, P.A. | Feb 7, 2022 | DUI
Recreational marijuana is legal in many parts of the country, but the laws for “driving while baked,” have not yet caught up to the driving under the influence (DUI) laws that apply to alcohol consumption. Unlike alcohol-related DUIs, which apply when you have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or more, drug DUIs are more difficult to test for.…
The Canada-U.S. border is reopening! Will a criminal record prevent a visit?
On Behalf of Jonathan B. Blecher, P.A. | Aug 5, 2021 | Criminal Defense, DUI
Just after midnight on August 9, 2021, the Canada-U.S. border will finally reopen for recreational travel. This is huge news for people and businesses on both sides of the border, marking the end of 16 months of severe travel restrictions. Fully vaccinated U.S. citizens and green card holders will finally be able enter into Canada, allowing families to be reunited,…