Category: DUI
Courtroom Etiquette: How to Behave During Your DUI Trial
by Jonathan Blecher | December 21, 2016 | DUI
If you were recently arrested for a crime in Miami, you will have to go to court for a series of court appearances. Like many places, there is a proper way and an improper way to act while you’re in court – this is called “proper courtroom etiquette.” While I’m no Emily Post or etiquette […]
Can a Florida DUI Prevent You from Getting a Passport?
by Jonathan Blecher | December 13, 2016 | DUI
When you are convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) in Miami and throughout Florida, not only will you face probation, jail, and fines, but other aspects of your life will be affected as well. What other aspects am I referring to? Some of them include your auto insurance premiums, your ability to obtain a college scholarship […]
First DUI Offense: Do You Need an Ignition Interlock Device?”
by Jonathan Blecher | November 3, 2016 | DUI, First DUI
If you are familiar with Florida’s DUI laws, you may be aware of the fact that Section 316.193 of the Florida Statutes requires that certain DUI offenders install Ignition Interlock Devices (IIDs). If you’re not familiar with IIDs, they are a small breath testing device that is connected to a person’s vehicle. The IID is […]
Why Experts Are Pushing for a Lower BAC Limit for Drivers
by Jonathan Blecher | September 29, 2016 | DUI, Traffic Offenses, Traffic Stops
Every year the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) releases its “most wanted” list of ten policies recommended for national implementation. This year, the list includes suggested changes towards the improvement of rail transit safety, the reduction of fatigue-related accidents, and the reduction of accidents due to alcohol impairment. The proposed changes to drinking and driving […]
Labor Day DUI Miami 2016
by Jonathan Blecher | September 1, 2016 | DUI
The residents of Miami don’t need an excuse to celebrate and Labor Day is no exception. Each year, Labor Day is observed on the first Monday in September. This year, Labor Day will be on September 5, 2016, but the party will begin on Friday, September 2nd. As the summer draws to a close, families […]
