Tag Archives: Driving Under The Influence
The True Cost of a DUI
National Academy of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine Study Supports Lowering BAC Threshold to Save Lives Roughly 10,000 Americans are killed in DUI collisions every year, more than three times the number killed in the 9/11 terrorist attacks. In fact, nearly one third of all traffic fatalities are caused by intoxicated drivers, and 40 percent… Read More »
Felony DUI in Florida
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs (DUI) is a serious crime in Florida and therefore comes with harsh penalties. Generally, a DUI will be a misdemeanor, but sometimes a DUI will be a felony. DUI is defined as driving with a blood alcohol content of .08 or above, or driving while under… Read More »
West Palm Beach Police Charge Woman with DUI After Accident
Florinda Santana Mejia was driving home from her niece’s birthday party when she stopped late at a red light and collided with another driver. The other driver was seriously injured and was found bleeding near his car. He was taken to the hospital. Santana Mejia and her husband, who was a passenger in the… Read More »
Common DUI Defenses in Florida
Many people think that if they are arrested for a DUI then they should just plead guilty. However, that is not always the case. There are many different defenses to DUIs that a skilled Florida DUI defense attorney can use to defend you against DUI charges. While the specific defense will depend on the… Read More »
Defending Your DUI Charge – Getting Breathalyzer Results Thrown Out
If you are pulled over by a West Palm Beach police officer on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol, the police officer will likely ask if you consent to a Breathalyzer test. Unfortunately, state law practically compels Floridians to consent since refusing to submit to the Breathalyzer test will result in the… Read More »
