Category: Firm News

Can a Passenger be DUI in a Self-Driving Car?

by Jonathan Blecher | March 15, 2023 | Firm News

In most places, a person who is a passenger in a self-driving car would not be charged with DUI because they are not actively operating the vehicle. As more self-driving cars hit the roads, we can expect to see more legal precedents established around their use.

Florida Legislature Tinkers with Refusals and Ignition Interlock Devices

by Jonathan Blecher | March 6, 2023 | Firm News

The Florida Legislature, motto: “We never saw a due process right we wouldn’t trample on”, has proposed legislation which would require the installation of an ignition interlock device immediately after a driver refuses to submit to a breath test. HB197/SB296 read, in pertinent part: “The person shall be told that his or her failure to […]

Will the Legal Limit for DUI be Lowered to .05?

by Jonathan Blecher | February 10, 2023 | Firm News

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 […]

Prison Phone Call Industry About to Be Fixed

The prison phone call industry is a lucrative and predatory business that exploits the vulnerability of incarcerated individuals and their families. This industry operates by providing a telephone service for inmates to call loved ones and maintain communication while behind bars. However, these services often come with exorbitant fees and charges that can put a […]

Can I Turn Away from a DUI Checkpoint in Florida?

by Jonathan Blecher | January 24, 2022 | Firm News

Law enforcement routinely conducts DUI checkpoints on dates and in locations where drunken driving is expected to be a problem. Usually, this means that you’ll come across a DUI checkpoint around holidays, but you’re likely to find them on any given Friday or Saturday night as well. If you come across a DUI checkpoint, you […]