Category: DUI

Florida’s ‘Actual Physical Control’ Law

by Jonathan Blecher | July 28, 2017 | DUI

Most licensed drivers in Florida are well-aware of the fact that it’s illegal to drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. However, what many people do not realize is that they can actually be arrested, charged, and convicted of DUI even if they weren’t driving at all. A person can be convicted of “driving under the […]

Drunk Driving: Myths You Need to Know About

by Jonathan Blecher | July 20, 2017 | DUI

Drinking and driving is a serious subject matter that comes with severe consequences. While most states have a clearly set limit for Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) of .08, it can still be tricky to know if you’ve passed that limit, unless you own a personal breathalyzer. In Miami, if you have a BAC level between […]

What is the Driver License Compact?

by Jonathan Blecher | July 17, 2017 | DUI

Since Miami is a magnet for tourists and “snowbirds,” DUI attorneys see their fair share of out-of-towners who are arrested for DUI. If you were arrested for driving under the influence while visiting Miami, you’re probably wondering how a Florida DUI will affect your driving privileges in your home state. Will your home state find […]

Can You Turn Away From a Sobriety Checkpoint?

by Jonathan Blecher | July 14, 2017 | DUI

You’re driving home after having a few drinks with friends and you notice something that no driver ever enjoys seeing – a sobriety checkpoint. Is it worth the risk of going through the checkpoint when you know there is some alcohol in your system, considering many people are arrested at sobriety checkpoints despite low breath […]

What Penalties am I Facing for a 2nd DUI?

by Jonathan Blecher | June 30, 2017 | DUI

Getting arrested for driving under the influence can be a nerve-racking event. Now, getting arrested for your second DUI, that’s a whole different story. As a general rule of thumb, the sentencing and penalties for crimes get worse with each subsequent offense, and DUI is NO exception. If you’ve been convicted of DUI in Florida […]