Are There Florida DUI Sobriety Checkpoints?

Reader’s Question:
We were driving home the other night when a police officer asked us to stop. I was the one behind the wheel and I was asked some questions related to drunk driving. I wasn’t detained because clearly, I was not drunk nor consume any amount of alcohol. But I want to know, are these [...]

What Are The Normal Florida DUI Court Proceedings?

Reader’s Question:
My cousin was charged with DUI in Miami, Florida. We already hired a DUI lawyer who would help him defend his case. But still, we wanna know more about the DUI court process. What is the legal order of proceedings involved in a DUI case?
Gabby
Miami, FL
After the initial arrest of your cousin for DUI [...]

Should I Hire a DUI Lawyer For My Recent Florida DUI Charge?

Reader’s Question:
My brother was charged with DUI here in Florida just recently. I kept on telling him not to drink and drive but he never listened. Anyways, we want to do everything to get him out of this but we are actually worried about the expenses especially in hiring a DUI lawyer. Is there a [...]

Will I Avoid Jail Time in Florida DUI If I Accept Probation?

Reader’s Question:
My son has a potential DUI conviction for DUI here in Florida. We have a lot of concerns about his DUI case and we already have an idea about the outcome of the case. Our lawyer said that he could avoid jail term but he will be on probation. If that would happen, how [...]

Fort Lauderdale Florida DUI Arrest

Reader’s Question:
My sister was charged for DUI in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She just recently reached the legal age of drinking alcohol which is 21 years old. Yet, she already started abusing that privilege. What are the things that she need to know following her arrest?
Ernest
Fort Lauderdale, FL
DUI is a violation under the Florida law so [...]

Charged With Florida DUI But Blood Alcohol Level Below Legal Limit?

Reader’s Question:
A friend of mine was charged with DUI here in Florida. He had a reading for blood alcohol content which is below the legal limit. Why was he still charged with DUI? Can they really do that?
Anne
Coral Springs, FL
In Florida, drunk driving is becoming a very grave situation where authorities involved in enforcing laws [...]

Jail Term For Florida DUI Conviction?

Reader’s Question:
I’m doing a research regarding DUI in Florida and I’m gathering much information as I could. Does a Florida conviction mean a permanent criminal record? How long will a person convicted for DUI spend time in jail?
Alice
Clearwater, FL
A Florida DUI conviction would mean a permanent criminal record. That would also mean fines, loss of [...]

3RD DUI in Florida

Reader’s Question:
My brother was charged with DUI here in Florida. It was very saddening because he already had two offenses in the past. If he will be convicted be convicted for the third time, will it be considered a felony?
Dina
Cape Coral, FL
Punishment and convictions for a Florida DUI arrest are serious and far-reaching. These include [...]

Cheap Florida DUI School?

Reader’s Question:
I was just recently convicted with DUI here in Florida. I was asked to enroll to a DUI school. What is the importance of finishing a course in a DUI school?
Rose
Fort Lauderdale, FL
The state of Florida is where DUI cases are considered the highest in the country and they constantly rise. That is why [...]

Florida DUI Hardship License

Reader’s Question:
I was convicted for DUI and my driver’s license was suspended. How can I get a Florida Hardship License?
Francis
Sarasota , FL
If you are convicted for DUI and want to drive legally while getting your Florida license back, you may apply for a hardship license in the county where you live before the expiration [...]