Though drinking itself may be illegal until they turn 21, teenagers still get arrested for impaired driving. What are some of the factors that contribute to this and make a teenage drunk driving incident more likely?One reason is peer pressure. A teen may want to...
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Mother in Florida gets DUI with infant in the car
A woman allegedly caused a car accident while intoxicated in Cape Coral, Florida, and the police arrested her when they arrived at the scene. Reports indicate that the young woman ran into the rear-end of the next car, which caused that driver to lose control of the...
Is it illegal to drink and operate a watercraft?
If you are considering the purchase of a watercraft, you need to know all of the laws associated with these vessels. It's not easy owning a boat, jet ski, kayak or any other type of watercraft. You need to go to a boating education class for a boater's license. You...
Penalties for driving under the influence in Florida
Drunk driving is an all-too-common issue in Florida. In 2017, there were more than 43,800 tickets issued for driving under the influence (DUI) and more than 24,300 convictions for DUI, according to the Florida DMV. Those are some frightening numbers. If you received...
What field sobriety tests are used during traffic stops?
Traffic stops are one of the ways police officers in Florida attempt to remove impaired drivers from the roads. The other option is to operate a checkpoint for driving under the influence (DUI). If you are stopped for suspicion of DUI, you will be subjected to various...
Am I allowed to turn down a Breathalyzer test?
You've likely heard stories through the grapevine about a drunk driving checkpoint or DUI stop. Maybe you've been involved in either one of these first-hand as a driver or passenger. Either way, there's a lot of misinformation out there about these tests and what...
Man arrested for drinking at stoplights on the way to McDonald’s
A man in Florida was recently arrested on DUI charges after he got in a minor accident at the drive-thru for a McDonald's. Per reports, the man ran into the rear bumper of the next vehicle waiting in line numerous times. The woman in that car then decided to call the...
What are the consequences of a DUI conviction?
There are many drivers out there who find themselves pulled over for suspicion of DUI in Orlando. A DUI charge is one that can be fought in a court, even if it is your second, third or subsequent charge. You shouldn't wait until your first hearing or court appearance...
Understanding what occurs when your driver’s license is suspended
The saying has always been that it is a right and not a privilege to drive not only in Florida but also across the country. Those who wish to drive must pass a driving test that is divided into two parts: a written test and a practical test. Drivers then have to obey...
The ins and outs of a drunk driving checkpoint
Being stopped for suspicion of drunk driving is stressful. Even if you've had a couple of drinks but you are not under the influence, you will still likely be very nervous. A very difficult situation to find yourself in is the DUI checkpoint that law enforcement...