High BAC DUI in Florida: What Changes If You Blow Over .15?
Think it’s “just a DUI”? Not exactly. Under Florida law, a breath result of .15 or higher is not treated the same as a standard DUI. A high BAC DUI Florida charge carries enhanced penalties, longer ignition interlock requirements, and increased financial consequences. Many drivers are shocked to learn that crossing the .15 threshold automatically raises the stakes — even for...Read More
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DUI Arrest? Why the First 10 Days Matter More Than You Think
Did you know the clock starts ticking on your license before your court date is even scheduled? Most drivers assume their DUI case begins at arraignment. In reality, one of the most important deadlines hits long before you ever step inside a courtroom. Under the 10-day DUI rule, Florida drivers face the first ten days after an arrest, which can determine whether you keep driving — or lose your...Read More
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Broke Your Learner’s Permit Rules? What Happens Next in Florida
Is your teen allowed to drive at 11:30 PM with a permit? Many Florida families get this wrong. A learner’s permit feels like a small step toward independence. A little freedom. A little responsibility. But under Florida learner’s permit rules, that privilege comes with strict conditions — and violating them can create real consequences. Across Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Lakeland,...Read More
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Is Failure to Yield Just a Ticket — or Something More?
Think a failure to yield ticket is minor? Just a fine. A few points. Maybe traffic school. No big deal. But under Florida right of way laws, that “small” ticket can carry consequences that follow you for years. Higher insurance. License points. Court appearances. And in certain situations, criminal exposure. Across Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Orlando, Fort Myers, Sarasota, and beyond,...Read More
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Can You Be Charged with a DUI on a Scooter or Electric Bike in Florida?
How Florida law treats alternative transportation—and where it catches drivers off guard. Scooters. E-bikes. Electric skateboards. Neighborhood electric vehicles. Florida streets are full of alternative transportation, especially in beach towns, downtown districts, and college areas. Many riders assume these options are a safe workaround to get home without risking a DUI. But Florida law...Read More
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Driving on Prescription or Medical Marijuana in Florida: What’s Legal?
Clarifying the gray area between medical use and DUI risk. Florida drivers hear two things all the time: “If it’s prescribed, it’s legal.” “If you have a medical marijuana card, you’re protected.” Both ideas are incomplete—and that’s where people get blindsided. In Florida, you can legally use prescription medication. You can legally use medical marijuana if you qualify. But you can still be...Read More
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