I recently read a psychological article that dealt with biased first impressions, called the “Anchoring Effect”. As a
DUI trial Attorney it was a stark realization that no matter how...
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Recently the US Supreme Court was contemplating whether
DUI cases and the dissipation of alcohol in the blood constitute exigent circumstances enough to allow law enforcement to perform a...
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The RAMPANT over use of the Community Care Taker Doctrine to arrest law abiding citizens for
DUI …
The community caretaker doctrine is an exception to the general requirement of a...
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The Florida Highway Patrol (“FHP”) recently announced that they will begin two (2) types of checkpoints. They will conduct either “Drivers License” or “Vehicle Safety Inspections”...
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Recently Judge Kelly, a Pinellas County Circuit Court Judge, entered a ruling that resulted in Pinellas County law enforcement to video tape all HGN tests and prohibits law enforcement from hiding...
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If you are as confused by big fancy lawyer words, like most of the potential jurors that we have an opportunity to meet and talk with, then this post is for you. Aggressive
DUI defense starts with...
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With the advances in smart phone technology that has translated to a dramatic increase in alcohol relates apps. There are 122 different alcohol related apps and 22 apps that relate to BAC (Blood...
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On January 9, 2013, the United States Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a critical area of
DUI litigation. The case of Missiouri v. McNeeley (No. 11-1425) concerns a citizens Fourth Amendment...
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According to the Florida Department of Motor Vehicles’ 2010
DUI Statistics, Tampa Florida leads all cities with the most
DUI convictions.
For the year 2010 and comparing the Florida
DUI ...
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The Florida Supreme Court has delayed oral argument in a drunken driving appeal that could affect similar cases across the state. Lawyers for three defendants had been scheduled on Tuesday to ask...
DUI Defense 2013
An internal memorandum from Captain Tim Cuthane of the Florida Highway Patrol requires Troopers to make a
DUI arrest or work extra shifts until they have. Courtesy of Fox 4, Naples, FL:
NAPLES,...
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What does it take to get arrested for
DUI in Florida?
Answer: In Sarasota and Manatee counties, have an odor of an alcoholic beverage about your breath and person. That’s it, smell like...
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These exercises are VOLUNTARY and not mandatory. By performing these exercises you are giving the law enforcement officer the ability to gather evidence against you based solely on his opinion. Let...
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Lets talk about police officer tricks….. If you leave a bar or any house / establishment or beach and have had something to drink you will want to read this……
KNOCK AND TALK:...
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SHOULD I AUDITION FOR MY FREEDOM????
The one thing to remember is the Cop is never going to ask you out of your vehicle to admire your shoes!!!! If the cop has already asked you how much...
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