DUI Enforcement in Tampa: Laws, Checkpoints & Your Rights
DUI enforcement in Tampa continues to ramp up. In a recent initiative, 41 people were arrested during a weekend crackdown, highlighting how seriously local agencies take impaired driving. Even a first DUI charge can bring lasting consequences. Understanding Tampa DUI laws and checkpoint procedures helps protect DUI rights in Tampa and may even affect the outcome of a case. This legal guide for...Read More
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Florida DUI Laws for Marijuana
Driving under the influence (DUI) in Florida doesn’t only apply to alcohol. If you’re caught operating a vehicle while impaired by drugs, including marijuana, you can be charged with a DUI. This includes both recreational and medical marijuana, even if legally prescribed. In 2024, Florida had around 890 thousand medical cannabis patients, according to Statista.com. Unlike alcohol,...Read More
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Traffic Violations and Public Records: Who Can See Your Tickets?
Whether it’s a speeding ticket or a failure to stop at a red light, most drivers will receive a traffic violation at some point. In July 2024, for example, almost 200 citations were given in a matter of two weeks, as officers were cracking down on speeding and traffic violations, Fox 13 Tampa Bay reported. But what happens to that ticket after it’s issued? Are traffic tickets...Read More
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What’s the Difference Between Moving and Non-Moving Violations?
6.92% of Florida drivers get a speeding ticket every year, according to a MarketWatch study. When you receive a traffic ticket, it typically falls into one of two categories: moving violations and non-moving violations. Understanding the difference between these two types of offenses can help you know how serious the infraction is, what penalties may apply, and how it could affect your driving...Read More
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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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