by RJ Ferraro | Nov 25, 2015 | Criminal Defense, DUI Defense
Any time someone talks about being pulled over for DUI, the question of whether a breath or blood test is required always arises. The legal concept of “implied consent” can be hard to understand, but it basically means that by enjoying the right to drive on the...
by RJ Ferraro | Nov 24, 2015 | Criminal Defense, DUI Defense
There seems to be a lot of confusion and controversy over DUI checkpoints, and what the police can or cannot do within the bounds of the law. While a hassle, a checkpoint is a valid way for officers to identify drunk drivers, but there are certain rules that must be...
by RJ Ferraro | Nov 18, 2015 | Criminal Defense, DUI Defense
A DUI case in Florida is a two party case, there is the criminal case against you and there is a separate administrative matter that takes place outside of the Courthouse. This administrative proceeding is the state’s effort to take your driver’s license upon being...
by RJ Ferraro | Nov 17, 2015 | DUI Defense
Being arrested for DUI is different for every person. The amount of alcohol in your bloodstream depends on several factors; including your tolerance level, gender, the amount of time that passed between your last drink and getting behind the wheel, and possibly even...
by RJ Ferraro | Nov 12, 2015 | DUI Defense
Being arrested for any crime is frightening, and if you are taken to jail your first thought is what to do to get free. While in jail you are unable to go to work, school, or care for your family. Having your freedom taken away from you can instill a sense of urgency...
by RJ Ferraro | Nov 11, 2015 | DUI Defense
The general public is unaware that a DUI case is not just a criminal case filed against a “drunk driver”. There is a second part to every DUI case, and it has just as much importance as the criminal phase of the case. The portion of your case that deals with your...
