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What Justifies a Police Officer’s Suspicion of Drunk Driving?

By Julia Kefalinos |

A legal question that often arises in Florida DUI cases is whether a police officer had “probable cause” to stop a driver. The police cannot simply pull over someone because they have a hunch the driver is drunk. There must be some factual basis for the stop, such as the officer observing the driver… Read More »

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Punishment Varies for a DUI Manslaughter Conviction

By Julia Kefalinos |

Though DUI manslaughter carries a minimum offense of four years within the state of Florida, a recent report by the Miami Herald examines the vast variations that often exist among sentences for this charge. Examples discussed in the article include: Kayla Mendoza is a 22-year-old who was sentenced to 24 years in prison for… Read More »

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What To Do If You Are Arrested for a DUI in Florida

By Julia Kefalinos |

In Florida, police officers won’t hesitate to crack down on drunk driving. A recent study showed that Florida ranks in line with most states in terms of how tough it is on drivers accused of driving while under the influence of alcohol to the extent that their normal faculties are impaired (DUI). In fact,… Read More »

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What To Do If You Have Been Arrested

By Julia Kefalinos |

If you are detained by police officers in Florida, you will probably feel powerless and uncertain about what to do, whether it is a DUI charge or a drug crime. You should have an action plan ready, and you should understand what you may face. How to Tell If You Have Been Arrested In… Read More »

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