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1. Kollin, Gary: * State and Federal Criminal Cases * Felonies * Misdemeanors * Police Misconduct Law Suits * Civil Rights Law Suits * False Arrest Cases * Illegal Search Cases * Drunk Driving * DUI * White Collar Crime * Grand Jury Representation * Forfeiture * Internal Corporate Investigations * Shoplifting and Thefts * Driver License Suspension & Breath Test Refusal Hearings * Bond Hearings * Probation Violation Hearings * Appeals and Habeas Corpus * Administrative Hearings * Sealing and Expungement of Records * Extradition Hearings * Post Conviction Relief * Medicare/Medicaid Fraud
2. Mayersohn Law Group: Driving Under the Influence (DUI), Criminal DUI, Driver's License Offenses, Driving with a Suspended License, Criminal Drug Defense, Felony, Misdemeanor, Probation Violations, Seal and Expunge Criminal Records, RICO, Organized Fraud, Domestic Violence, Weapon/Firearm Offenses, Burglary/Robbery, Armed Robbery, Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer, Practicing Medicine without a License, Accessory / Attempt / Solicitation/, Conspiracy, Kidnapping, Homicide, Sexual Battery/Lewd Conduct and many more areas. If you or a loved one has been accused of a crime in Florida, you need a lawyer to protect your rights as soon as possible.
3. Stella, Craig: * Criminal Defense * Drug Crimes * Sex Crimes * Violent Crimes * Assault & Battery * Felonies * Misdemeanors * White Collar Crime * Juvenile Crime * Vehicular Manslaughter * Parole Violations * Weapons Charges
4. Boone & Davis: Things You Should Know About Drunk Driving Some Hollywood celebrities become instantaneously popular on the internet, not because of a blockbuster movie or a new CD, but because of a DUI or DWI arrest. As no one is above the law, Hollywood stars included, it is imperative that ordinary citizens should understand what drunk driving is, what qualifies it as an offense and how and when to seek legal help. What is the qualifying difference between a DUI and a DWI? States differ on how their laws address Driving While Impaired (DWI) and Driving under the Influence (DUI) charges. Generally, both refer to one and the same thing Ð driving while drunk. In some states, DUI is non-existent; all drunk driving cases fall under the label, "driving while impaired or intoxicated". The federal government however qualifies DWI from DUI depending on the amount of alcohol found in the blood of the driver, commonly referred to as BAC (blood alcohol content). Blood alcohol content is set at 0.08 percent and when the driver's BAC is over the 0.08 limit, he is issued a DWI charge and a DUI for BAC falling under 0.08. Drunk and Driving: How Sobriety is tested There are different approaches to testing sobriety of a driver suspected on driving while impaired. Results of the following tests determine the driver's sense of balance, attention span and physical condition at the time the tests were administered to him. Failure to pass any of the tests substantiates impairment and gives rise to a mug shot and a DUI/DWI charge sheet. "Tale of the Drunk" The manner at which a person drives his vehicle is certainly what gives him away to the police. Either he is driving too fast or too slow, zigzagging or failing to respond to an initial warning to stop makes it all the more convincing to the police that there is a problem. When you are signaled to stop and the police officer comes up to you for questioning, make sure that your breath and your speech collaborate with your alibi! Alcohol can easily be detected in your breath, and an impaired speech can drum it up. When the police officer requests you to come out of the vehicle, your unsteady gait will give away your alibi that you have not had a few drinks too many. It is just a matter of finding out if what you took was not beyond the allowable limits, for you to be on the road still - and driving. Other tests right on the spot will determine if you had "one bottle every so often": if you can't support yourself on one leg, cannot walk on a straight path, cannot recite the alphabet or count, etc. Enlargement of the pupil of the eyes may also indicate intoxication. When you fail in any of these field tests on sobriety, the attending police officer can arrest you and subject you to a lab test to further determine the level of your intoxication. A screen test on your blood to determine its alcohol content is one of the most reliable tests that the law imposes on those suspected of committing a DUI/DWI offense. Other tests involve measuring the level of alcohol in the breath or urine, although in some cases, results based on these measurements often become debatable issues for Florida defense attorneys. Depending on your state laws, you may be subjected to undergo a series of these tests or will be given an option to choose, which one to take. Your level of intoxication is again determined by the set parameters of your state, between the range of 0.08 and 0.10 concentration of alcohol in your blood. If the alcohol content in your blood is high, you can be presumed guilty of the offense of drunk driving. You've been charged with a DUI/DWI offense. What's next? You should avail of a lawyer's advice, but not just coming from any lawyer. Seek out the services of someone who has legal expertise on DUI/DWI charges. Winning on a drunken driving charge is not easy, as some would like to think, most especially when evidences have been gathered to impute you of the charge. When the evidence gathered is strong, and you are guilty as charged, it would not be easy for any lawyer, even to a Florida accident lawyer to enter into a plea bargaining agreement in your favor. As a legal maxim states, "the law may be harsh, but that is the law." Penalties for Drunk Driving: When convicted of driving while intoxicated/impaired, a person can face up most, if not all, of these legal sanctions: * Monetary fines; * Jail time; * Suspension of Driver's License; * Restriction on the driver's license; * Revocation of the driver's license; * Completion of an anti-drunk driving course. Depending on the severity and frequency of the offense, any of the stricter penalties can be imposed as well: 1. Use of the device commonly known as "ignition-interlock", which measures the alcohol content in the driver's breath against the set parameters of the state. When the driver's breath registers within the allowable limit, the device automatically triggers the ignition of his vehicle to come alive; 2. Storage of the vehicle within the court-appointed period of temporary impoundment; 3. The Court may order sale or disposal of the vehicle upon its notice of a vicious cycle of DWI/DUI offenses. What aggravates DUI/DWI offenses? High concentration of alcohol in the blood of the defendant, and his refusal to fully cooperate to a test, can qualify him to the full extent of penalties for DUI. His blatant display of recklessness by over speeding while in the state of intoxication as supported by a high BAC, and in the process causing injury on another, negates the possibility of posing any alibi that can exonerate him of the charges and more so, when a minor is in the same vehicle. A lawyer of ordinary competence will surely "sweat it out" in court, often to no avail. It is often a wise move to seek the help of a highly competent lawyer on DUI/DWI cases, like a Florida car accident attorney. When it becomes highly improbable not to get drunk on certain occasions, it is often wise to let someone else drive your vehicle. The inconvenience and embarrassment that one has to endure during a court hearing could certainly be more than what one bargains for a few cans of Budweiser.
5. Brown, Michael: * Criminal Law * DUI/DWI When a legal problem could have a serious impact on your life, work with a lawyer who will aggressively protect your rights and fight to secure a positive resolution for you.
6. Koch & Tushin: When facing criminal charges, having experienced and powerful defense counsel can make a significant difference in your future.
7. Frances, Gustavo: The defense process in a DUI: When you are arrested for a DUI in Florida, you have two matters that need to be addressed: 1) Criminal portion of the case. 2) Administrative portion of the case. In the criminal portion of your case, the State of Florida may file formal charges (An Information) against you for violation of Florida Statute ¤ 316.193. If you are charged criminally with Driving Under the Influence you face a number of possible penalties including imprisonment, probation, fines, restitution, community service, mandatory DUI classes or substance abuse counseling, immobilization of your vehicle and more. In addition to any criminal charges against you, the Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) may impose administrative sanctions restricting or revoking your license, even before the criminal portion of your case has been settled. For example, your driver's license will be suspended for 6 months if you blew a .08 or higher on the breath machine. If you refused to submit to a breath, blood, or urine test you will have your driver's license suspended for 1 year, and if it is the second time refusing these tests then your driving privileges will be suspended for 18 months. These suspensions will occur automatically if a Formal Review Hearing is not requested within 10 days of arrest. The opportunity for the defendant to prevent an administrative suspension can only occur if a request for a Formal Review Hearing is properly filed. If the request is filed in a timely manner, the individual charged with DUI will be issued a temporary permit to drive. Upon winning the Formal Review Hearing your driving privileges will be reinstated. Contact us immediately so our firm can prepare and file the necessary paperwork for you to have a Formal Review Hearing - it's your right!
8. Peyton, Mauri: You are innocent until proven guilty You have the RIGHT to defend yourself in a Court of Law
9. Gary Cole: When you or someone you know is charged with a crime, a successful defense often depends upon acting quickly.
10. Ticket Angles: Do not plead Guilty to DUI without talking to an experienced attorney first. A D.U.I. has serious consequences and penalties that include: ¥ License Suspension ¥ Probation ¥ Jail ¥ Immobilization of your Vehicle ¥ D.U.I. School ¥ Court Fee's
11. Blackmore & Blackmore: The consequences of a DUI / DWI conviction depend on multiple factors, including: ¥ Refusal of the breathalyzer ¥ DUI related homicide or injuries ¥ Driving under the influence of drugs ¥ The level of offense ¥ The number of previous offenses Whether you are a first time offender or have been cited for DUI / DWI multiple times, our firm can help you understand what this citation may mean for your future. Please note that a conviction for a first offense may result in a fine and the suspension of your license, whereas a conviction on a second or third offense may have increased penalties and consequences, such as jail time.
12. Gary Ostrow & Associates: A DUI/DWI is a difficult charge to successfully challenge. Therefore, in order to effectively protect your driving privileges, criminal record, and freedom, it is important to have a DUI lawyer that has exceptional experience.
13. Fischler & Friedman: ...extensive history of criminal defense includes minor infractions and misdemeanors representations as well as appearances for the most serious felony indictments, such as, drunk driving/DUI, drug possession and narcotics sales, trafficking and distribution, theft, robbery, burglary and grand larceny, white collar fraud, embezzlement, and RICO-related charges, sex offenses, assault and homicide.
14. Carlos Canet: the Broward Sheriffs Office and Davie Police Departments were using regular tap water, instead of the state-mandated distilled water to check the calibration of their breath test equipment.
15. Shelowitz, Shelowitz, Terrell & Coffey: If you, a friend, or a family member, has been charged with a crime, you may not realize how serious your situation is. Every criminal prosecution is serious, even if the crime is a traffic offense or a misdemeanor. So-called "minor" offenses can carry substantial fines or jail time - and the consequences don't stop there. A traffic offense could make it extremely difficult for you to obtain motor vehicle insurance, except at a dramatically higher premium. A misdemeanor conviction could cause problems when you are looking for a job.
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18. Lyons & Sanders: If you have been arrested or are under investigation for a crime, call an experienced criminal defense attorney ...
19. Ralph Behr: It is of utmost importance that you act quickly if someone is arrested. Questions about bond, dealing with the police and prosecutors must be handled within hours of an arrest.
20. Pedro E. Dijols: A crime is a wrong committed by a person against a state or the federal government. Because a wrong is committed against all members of the community, not just the particular victim, the victim does not make the decision to prosecute the accused person. The state or federal government, acting as the people's representative, prosecutes the crime. A crime is punishable by imprisonment, fine, restitution, or other penalty.
21. Richard Petryk: All lawyers involved in the criminal justice process, whether they are prosecuting or defending, must adhere to a complex set of rules of criminal procedure to ensure a fair trial. Because of this complicated procedure, only lawyers experienced in criminal defense law can effectively navigate the intricacies of the criminal justice system on behalf of the accused. Defense lawyers should become involved in the matter as early as possible, usually even before police interrogation begins. The police have the obligation to inform possible defendants of their right to counsel and the right to have counsel appointed by the court if they cannot afford to pay for one with their own resources. Most people have seen these warnings-often called "Miranda" warnings based on the case that made them mandatory-in television "cop" shows and crime dramas.
22. Robert Malove: If you were arrested for DUI and took a breath test and scored a .08 or higher, or if you refused to take the test, then your license was suspended and you only have 10-days from the date of arrest to file a request for a special hearing. If you dont ask for a special hearing at the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles Bureau of Administrative Reviews (DHSMV BAR), then your license will remain suspended for up to 18 months. Time is of the essence. DONT GET STUNG BY THE 10-DAY RULE!