Category: DUI
Could the DUI Legal Limit Be Lowered to 0.5?
by Jonathan Blecher | February 10, 2023 | DUI
Drunk driving is one of the leading causes of accidents and fatalities on the roads. Despite numerous campaigns, laws, and penalties, it remains a significant problem. In recent years, there has been a growing movement to lower the legal limit for intoxication from .08 to .05, with many countries around the world already making this […]
Everything You Should Know About Roadside THC Testing
by Jonathan Blecher | February 6, 2023 | DUI
The use of cannabis has become more widespread and accepted in many parts of the world. As a result, law enforcement has had to adapt to this changing landscape and find new ways to detect whether drivers are under the influence of marijuana. One tool they’ve adopted is roadside THC testing. In this blog, we’ll take a look at what you need to know about these tests and how they work.
Types of sobriety tests
by Jonathan Blecher | January 31, 2023 | DUI
During a traffic stop, law enforcement may want evaluate a driver to determine if they are impaired by drugs or alcohol. Post-arrest, the police will request the driver take a breath test and if it reads 0.08% BAC or higher, then they’ll be charged with a DUI. A urine test for drugs may be requested […]
Understanding DUI and Child Neglect Charges in Florida
by Jonathan Blecher | January 17, 2023 | DUI
A lot is on the line if you have been charged with drunk driving. Depending on the nature of your charges, you risk a mandatory jail term, fines or even a license suspension, among other penalties. Fortunately, it is possible to overcome your Miami DUI charges with the right approach. Remember, a DUI is like […]
Refusing a Breath Test: What Happens Next?
by Jonathan Blecher | December 30, 2022 | DUI
When a police officer pulls you over, their goal is to write you a ticket or gather enough evidence to arrest you for a criminal violation. If they suspect alcohol impairment, they will ask you questions and request that you submit to roadside sobriety exercises to try to build a case against you. It is […]
