Having your Florida driver's license suspended can be severe. Whether the license is lost due to bad driving behavior generating unacceptable demerit points or as a result of a DUI conviction, the license is often a necessity for many people getting to work or taking...
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What happens if you refuse a breathalyzer test in Florida?
If a police officer pulls you over and has a suspicion that you might have consumed intoxicating substances, they might ask you to undergo one of several different types of sobriety tests. One of these tests is commonly known as a breathalyzer – which is a machine...
What happens during a field sobriety test?
If Florida law enforcement officer pulls you over for suspected drunk driving, you may be asked to do a few things. One of these includes stepping outside of your vehicle and submitting to field sobriety tests. These tests are comprised of various tasks designed to...
Is a DUI a felony or a misdemeanor?
There are a range of possible penalties for a Florida DUI offense depending on the circumstances and whether you have a prior criminal history. A DUI may be a felony or a misdemeanor depending on these factors. Is a first-time DUI a felony or misdemeanor in Florida?...
Types of field sobriety tests
All 50 states take drunk driving seriously and set stiff penalties for those caught driving under the influence. A police officer in Florida has the right to pull suspicious drivers over to check their condition. Standard protocol usually includes a Breathalyzer test,...
Will my vehicle be impounded if I get a DUI?
Mandatory impound or incapacitation for the cars of motorists convicted of DUI is the law of the land in Florida. However, many residents are not aware there are options and exceptions to this rule that may save them a bit of cash or help them avoid losing the right...
Florida man charged with DUI manslaughter after deadly crash
Police in Florida say excessive speed and alcohol impairment caused an accident in Hillsborough County during the early morning hours of Oct. 22 that claimed the life of a 21-year-old woman. A 21-year-old Tampa man has been charged with DUI manslaughter in connection...
Man creates language barrier in DUI investigation
Sheriff's deputies say that a man in Florida who was pulled over for suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol tried to avoid the consequences of his actions through a manufactured language barrier. The deputies say the man claimed not to speak English just...
What does zero tolerance mean for an underage drunk driver?
You may be a legal adult and living on your own, but there are still certain restrictions on your actions. One thing you cannot do before the age of 21 is purchase alcohol, and having it in your possession can lead to serious legal trouble. This is also the case for...
Man charged with drunk driving after flashing police car
A 63-year-old Florida man has been charged with cocaine possession and driving under the influence of alcohol after allegedly stopping a Marion County Sheriff's Office deputy to ask for directions to an auto parts retailer. The deputy says that the sequence of events...