Category: DUI
Understanding the Legality of DUI Checkpoints in Florida
by Jonathan Blecher | August 7, 2018 | DUI
Have you heard of, or seen a DUI (sobriety) checkpoint before? “Sobriety checkpoints (also called DUI checkpoints) are locations where law enforcement officers are stationed to check drivers for signs of intoxication and impairment,” according to the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA). Most states incorporate DUI checkpoints as part of their anti-drinking and driving campaigns. DUI […]
What Are The Common DUI Mistakes?
by Jonathan Blecher | July 9, 2018 | DUI
Is there a right way to conduct yourself during a routine traffic stop or when you’re suspected of driving under the influence (DUI)? Yes, absolutely! As a DUI attorney with over 30 years of experience, I have seen and heard it all. I’ve heard stories from clients about their behavior during a DUI stop that […]
Do You Need an Ignition Interlock Device After a DUI in Florida?
by Jonathan Blecher | July 6, 2018 | DUI
If you are accused of driving under the influence (DUI) for the first time, you may be wondering, “Will I be required to install an Ignition Interlock Device (IID) on my vehicle or all vehicles that I drive?” It depends, but it is possible. Under Section 316.193 of the Florida Statutes, IIDs are required to be installed on the […]
How to Strengthen Your DUI Defense in Florida: Top Tips
by Jonathan Blecher | June 11, 2018 | DUI
Facing driving under the influence (DUI) charges for the first time in Miami? If so, it’s important to understand that there’s a lot at stake. What you do or don’t hear from this point forward can impact the outcome of your DUI case – and that can be a positive or a negative thing depending […]
Driving Under the Influence of Prescription Drugs: What You Need to Know
by Jonathan Blecher | June 1, 2018 | DUI
Do you take prescription medication? Whether you’re taking something temporarily or on a more permanent basis, you have plenty of company. “The number of prescriptions filled for American adults and children rose 85 percent between 1997 and 2016, from 2.4 billion to 4.5 billion a year, according to the health research firm Quintile IMS,” reported […]
