JONATHAN B. BLECHER, P.A. LEGAL BLOG
Did the Police Make Mistakes in Your DUI Arrest?
by Jonathan Blecher | September 27, 2022 | DUI
It can be a scary when the police pull you over for even a minor moving violation. However, the situation is always more serious when the police stop your car and suspect you of DUI. After all, a DUI charge and conviction can impact your life in many ways. Knowing your legal rights can be […]
Why you shouldn’t run from the police
by Jonathan Blecher | September 12, 2022 | Criminal Defense
You see blue lights behind you. Cops approach you on the street or the airport. It generally comes as a bit of a shock, particularly to those who have had no previous dealings with law enforcement and have done nothing wrong. In situations like this, it’s common for what is called the “fight or flight” […]
Alford Plea vs. No Contest Plea: What’s the Difference?
by Jonathan Blecher | July 28, 2022 | Criminal Defense
Thanks to renewed interest in the case against author Michael Peterson, whose conviction for the murder of his wife was overturned, the concept of an “Alford Plea” has once again entered the public consciousness. But what exactly is an Alford plea? How does it differ from pleading “nolo contendere” (“no contest”) in court? The end […]
When Can the Police Search You Without a Warrant?
by Jonathan Blecher | June 28, 2022 | Criminal Defense
The Fourth Amendment protects you from unreasonable searches and seizures by the police. It states that law enforcement officials cannot legally search your home or belongings without a valid warrant. However, there are some exceptions. The police can conduct a warrant-less but lawful search of you or your property in some cases. These are described […]
Drugs in Your Drink Could Lead to a DUI
by Jonathan Blecher | June 27, 2022 | DUI, Drug DUI
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 needed to get some sleep. If […]
