You may have to get an ignition interlock device (IID) if you've been arrested and convicted for a DUI. These devices come with many myths. For instance, some people believe there are ways to trick the devices to help them drive even though they're intoxicated. Many...
Month: December 2017
The right defense can help prevent charges for weapons crimes
Certain people with criminal histories are unable to legally obtain or own a firearm or weapon in most cases. In Florida, a convicted felon is not legally able to own a firearm, ammunition, electric weapon or concealed weapon. Anyone who has received a felony...
Violated probation? Here’s what happens now
One of the things you don't want to do if you're on probation is to violate it. Violating probation gets you in deep trouble in some cases, possibly even resulting in you going to jail or prison. Not all kinds of probation are violated in the same way. Overall,...
DUI courts help reduce addiction and the risk of reoffending
Sarasota County is one of only four in the state with its own specialized DUI court. The Sarasota County DUI Court opened in 2008. It is a specialized court that is aimed at changing the way DUI offenders act and react to alcohol. They realize that some people are...
Paying a hefty price for a DUI conviction
You may already know the personal cost of a DUI, even if your arrest happened only hours or days ago. You may feel confused and embarrassed, and it may be a long time before you forget the way you felt when you had to call your spouse to say you were under arrest or...