Top 5 Reasons to Hire a DUI Lawyer Right Away

In Florida, a DUI conviction can never be removed from your criminal record. If you have been arrested for DUI in West Palm Beach, it’s crucial to work with an attorney to give you the best chance of a favorable outcome in your DUI case. Here are six key reasons to work with a DUI […]

How do Police Test for Marijuana DUI?

The State of Florida treats driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs as the same offense. A DUI for drug use results in the same penalties as an alcohol DUI, but can be much more difficult to prove, especially when the substance involved is marijuana. Considering a growing number of fatal crashes are linked […]

Over 200 Charged in a Jupiter Prostitution Ring

A stunning 200 people and counting have been charged in connection to prostitution crimes that took place in a Jupiter and Martin County massage parlors. The Orchids of Asia Day Spa located off of US Highway 1 is one of several massage spas that have been shut down in Palm Beach, Martin, and St. Lucie […]

College Students Face Double Penalties for DUI

Driving under the influence is not only dangerous, it is against the law in all 50 states. Many believe that DUI is a minor offense because a first-time DUI in Florida is usually a misdemeanor charge; however, the state can issue strict penalties against a person who is convicted of DUI. While the average driver […]

Steps to Obtaining a Florida Hardship License

Your driver’s license is your gateway to driving legally in the state of Florida. If you proceed to drive without it, you may commit a criminal offense. When a police officer arrests a person for DUI, one of the first things the officer must do is take the driver’s license away to keep him or […]

Do Women Face a Disadvantage during the DUI Breath Test?

When a person is pulled over for DUI, he or she expects to receive the same treatment despite their sex; yet, this isn’t always the case. Men and women exhibit physiological differences that can surprisingly affect the results of a DUI breath test. According to a Washington State DUI lawyer who has extensively studied the […]

Do Scared Straight Programs Help At-Risk Youth?

Popularized by the television series Beyond Scared Straight, which debuted in 2011, scared straight programs across the country attempt to steer at-risk youth away from a life of crime. While the premise is simple — scare kids away from activity that will lead them to prison — copious amounts of research show that these programs […]

Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Traffic Tickets

Many drivers view traffic citations as nuisances that disrupt their commutes. Getting pulled over to be issued a citation for an action that seemingly all other drivers are committing can feel like police officers are picking and choosing people at random to meet quotas. What many drivers fail to realize is that, although many infractions […]

Is it Possible to Expunge Multiple Arrests?

Being arrested for a crime is not an accomplishment you want the world to see. Unfortunately, all arrest records are public in Florida. A criminal history is established the moment you are arrested and fingerprinted and may include the disposition of any charges that arise from that arrest. Whether you have been adjudicated guilty, adjudication […]

Eligibility for a Florida Hardship Driver’s License

Law enforcement and the DMV may suspend a Florida driver’s license for a myriad of reasons, not least of which includes a DUI conviction. A driver’s license suspension makes it illegal for the person with the suspended license to drive. Rather than risk breaking the law, those who have had their right to drive temporarily […]