Florida Felony DUI with Property Damage
According to the Florida Department of Transportation, driving under the influence accounts for 25% of motor vehicle deaths in the state. In Florida, a DUI charge involving property damage can escalate to a felony under certain conditions. While a standard DUI is typically a misdemeanor, adding property damage can lead to more severe consequences. Today, we’re taking a closer look at DUI...Read More
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How a Felony DUI Can Impact Your Right to Own Firearms in Florida
Over 35% of adults in Florida currently own guns, according to the RAND Corporation, with only Texas exceeding that number for firearm licenses in the US. However, a DUI conviction does not automatically eliminate firearm rights in Florida. The firearm prohibition discussed here applies when a DUI results in a felony conviction or another disqualifying status under Florida law. In this guide,...Read More
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Reckless Driving: Where Does the Law Draw the Line?
Each year, millions are injured in car accidents, according to the US Department of Transportation. Many of these incidents are preventable but are the result of reckless driving. Law enforcement doesn’t limit these charges to thrill-seekers on the highway. They affect everyday drivers who make sudden, risky decisions behind the wheel. If you’re wondering what is considered...Read More
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Illegal Turns: Common Misconceptions and Avoiding Fines
In a recent YouGov poll, 5% of drivers said the average driver in their state was terrible. Only 1% ranked themselves as terrible. It’s easy to get overconfident, even about the most basic driving tasks. Improper turning is an underrated but all too real issue. The law takes it seriously, even if drivers don’t always realize they’re doing it. Read on to learn misconceptions...Read More
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Arrested for DUI on Federal Land in Florida?
Getting pulled over is nerve-wracking. Getting pulled over on federal property? That’s a whole different kind of panic. Most people assume a DUI is just a state-level issue, something you can handle like any other ticket or misdemeanor. But DUI arrests on federal land, like a national park, military base, or federal building, come with a completely different rulebook; and the...Read More
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Understanding Florida DUI Manslaughter Charges
In 2022, a person lost their life in a drunk driving accident every 39 minutes, resulting in over 13,000 fatalities across the United States, according to SafeHome.org. Despite a slight decline from the previous year, these numbers underscore the devastating consequences of driving under the influence. In Florida, individuals involved in fatal DUI-related accidents may face DUI manslaughter...Read More
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