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WHAT TO DO IF STOPPED BY POLICE

With all the recent allegations of civil rights violations by police across the country, I thought it might be good to review some important actions to take if you find yourself in contact with the police. Remember officers' badge and patrol car numbers. Write down everything you remember ASAP. Try... Read more →

CMI MAY HAVE TO RELEASE SOURCE CODE ON BREATH TESTING EQUIMENT

Orange County judges recently granted defense attorneys in DUI cases access to the software that powers the Intoxilyzer 8000, a commonly used breath testing instrument used by law enforcement to determine the blood-alcohol level of drivers suspected of driving while under the influence. Since 2006 the Intoxilyzer 8000 has been... Read more →

DUI Defense - Consuming Alcohol After the Crash or Stop

WEST PALM BEACH — polo club founder John Goodman is on trial for DUI manslaughter in Palm Beach County Court . It is alleged that Goodman slammed his Bentley into 23-year-old Scott Wilson's Hyundai, pushing it into a nearby canal, where it overturned and Wilson drowned. It is further alleged... Read more →

Here are a couple things to consider the next time you get in the car to drive:

Do you ever drive home after having a glass of wine or two with dinner? Do you ever run to the store after you had a couple of beers at home? Do you ever drive home after going to a club dancing? Have you ever driven home after having a... Read more →

PLAN AHEAD TO AVOID A DUI ON NEW YEARS EVE

You don't want a DUI on new years eve, it is not the greatest way to start the new year. It is expensive and will land you in jail for the night, keep you from driving for six months to a year, and cost thousands of dollars, give you a... Read more →

DUI CHECKPOINTS - WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Sobriety Checkpoint Laws August 2011 Sobriety checkpoints (also called DUI checkpoints) are locations where law enforcment officers are stationed to check drivers for signs of intoxication and impairment. Many jurisdictions utilize sobriety checkpoints as part of their larger drunk driving deterrance program. Due to legal issues surrounding their use, not... Read more →

Can I Get A DUI Just Sitting in The Car?

Yes, you can be arrested for DUI for just sitting in the car. If you have been drinking and feel that you may be over the limit (.08 BAC) do not get behind the wheel of a car, even if the motor is not running. The law is APC or... Read more →

Can I Get A DUI If I'm Not Drinking? - DUI Tip of the Day

The answer is yes, you can get a DUI even if you are not drinking. In Florida the law is DUI, or driving under the influence, and not DWI, driving while intoxicated. The State does not have to prove you were drinking, or drunk. Many people were surprised to find... Read more →

Drinking On An Empty Stomach - DUI Tip Of The Day

There is a general rule that you can safely consume one drink per hour, and that your body will eliminate one drink per hour. I generally agree with this concept, and take it one step farther and suggest one drink per hour, with a glass of water between alcoholic drinks.... Read more →

How Many Drinks Can You Have and Drive - Tip of The Day

As a DUI lawyer, I get asked the question, how many drinks can I have and still drive a car. The best answer is none. If you get stopped by the police, the first thing the officer will ask you is "have you been drinking tonight sir/mam?" If you had... Read more →