JONATHAN B. BLECHER, P.A. LEGAL BLOG

What to Expect When Miami Reopens

by Jonathan Blecher | May 20, 2020 | In the News

It’s Not “Business as Usual” Quite Yet Cities within Miami-Dade County have slowly re-opened their doors, but strict rules apply in order to enforce safety while getting started with the “new normal.” Speaking of which, Miami-Dade County announced its Phase 1 plan on Monday, May 18th, which allows non-essential businesses to reopen under certain regulations […]

Why Unsafe Driving is Increasing During COVID-19

by Jonathan Blecher | May 15, 2020 | Traffic Offenses

Most major cities are experiencing a decrease in traffic due to mandated COVID-19 stay-at-home orders. Thus, while people are staying home, roads and highways are much emptier, causing a surge in aggressive and unsafe driving. What’s interesting is that many drivers who are pulled over for traffic violations don’t even realize they were breaking the […]

A Reminder on BUIs in Black Point Park & Marina After COVID-19 Reopening

by Jonathan Blecher | May 4, 2020 | BUI

As states and counties begin to open up from lockdown, parks, golf courses and marinas have been given a first shot at compliance with new regulations. Boating is a practically a religion for many South Florida residents and with recreational boating comes drinking alcohol. The Florida Wildlife Commission, along with local city and county police […]

What Happens if You Violate Miami’s Curfew Order?

by Jonathan Blecher | May 1, 2020 | Criminal Defense

Stay Home or Risk Getting Locked Up On March 27th, the City of Miami ordered a strict curfew policy to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. Residents must stay indoors from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. every night until further notice, and violators of the rule will be arrested by the City of Miami Police Department. To […]

COVID-19 and Compassionate Release: What You Need to Know

by Jonathan Blecher | April 29, 2020 | Criminal Defense

Compassionate release is requested when terminal illness, advanced age, sickness, debilitation, or extreme family circumstances outweigh imprisonment. The coronavirus pandemic puts prisoners at a high-risk of exposure to the disease, meaning they have an increased chance of contracting it. Because of this, I am motivated to do everything in my power to fight for a compassionate […]