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Prescription Drug DUIs in Florida

by Jonathan Blecher | June 30, 2016 | Uncategorized

Most people believe that driving represents freedom and independence. For the majority of us, we can’t imagine a life without driving, especially because everything is so spread out. It’s not like we live in Europe where we can travel almost anywhere by bicycle. No matter how many years of driving we have under our belts, […]

Should I Submit to a Breath Test?

by Jonathan Blecher | June 15, 2016 | Uncategorized

As a DUI defense attorney I am frequently asked, “Should I submit to a breath test?” If you ask different attorneys, you’ll hear different opinions. Generally speaking, my response to people when they ask me this question is no, don’t do it. When asked to take a breath tests, I believe that it is best to […]

Jonathan Blecher Elected to FACDL Board of Directors

by Jonathan Blecher | April 7, 2016 | Uncategorized

Longtime Miami DUI attorney, Jonathan Blecher, was recently elected to serve a one-year term on the Board of Directors for the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Miami Chapter. Mr. Blecher’s goal is to advocate the interests of DUI defense attorneys in Miami-Dade County. Mr. Blecher has devoted his practice to the defense of DUI […]

CDL DUI and Your Future

by Jonathan Blecher | July 23, 2015 | Uncategorized

According to Florida State law, it is illegal for a driver in possession of a commercial driver’s license (CDL) and operating a commercial vehicle to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level of 0.04% or higher. While this is just half of a typical driving under the influence (DUI) charge, the strictness is in […]

What Constitutes a Felony DUI in Florida?

by Jonathan Blecher | July 17, 2015 | Uncategorized

In Florida, a DUI can be charged as a misdemeanor or a elony depending upon the facts of the case. If this was your first DUI offense and there weren’t any aggravating factors present, then odds are you won’t be charged with a felony DUI. On the other hand, if this is your third DUI offense […]

Florida Mom Accused of DUI and Child Neglect

by Jonathan Blecher | July 9, 2015 | Uncategorized

In a recent case, a resident of Lake Worth, crashed her vehicle while driving under the influence of a cocktail of alcohol and medications. According to a Palm Beach County Sherriff’s Office arrest report, she was driving under the influence with her two children in the back seat. The crash occurred around 9 a.m. at […]

Drug-Related DUIs in Florida

by Jonathan Blecher | June 11, 2015 | Uncategorized

The dangers of driving after drinking alcohol are well-documented, however, now that so many Americans are driving under the influence of controlled substances (prescription drugs, illegal drugs, over-the-counter medications), the spotlight is also on the dangers of “drugged driving.” Using any psychoactive (mind-altering) drug makes it extremely unsafe to operate a motor vehicle. Driving under […]

What Will It Cost to Get a DUI Attorney?

by Jonathan Blecher | June 4, 2015 | Uncategorized

When you have been arrested for driving under the influence (DUI), everything about your livelihood and the stability of your future could be hanging in the balance. As a criminal offense, a single DUI could slam you with high fines, the revocation of your driver’s license, and even extensive jail time. Simply rolling over and […]

What is the Back on Track Program?

by Jonathan Blecher | May 28, 2015 | Uncategorized

If you were recently arrested for your first DUI in Miami-Dade County, you might be interested to learn about the Back on Track program. What is it, and what does it have to do with you? The Back on Track Program is a DUI diversion program for individuals who were arrested for driving under the […]

What is DWI or Driving While Intoxicated?

by Jonathan Blecher | March 12, 2015 | Uncategorized

DWI stands for Driving While Intoxicated or Driving While Impaired. In the state of Florida, the term “DUI” or Driving Under the Influence is the actual crime of drunk driving. Florida’s penalties for DWI are harsh and can have a negative impact on your future. It is important to ensure that you are fully defended […]