by RJ Ferraro | Sep 16, 2015 | Criminal Defense, DUI Defense
DUI checkpoints, and their validity, seem to be a hot topic in the news and on social media recently. More and more drivers are questioning whether a checkpoint is legal, and if so what rules give validity to the checkpoint. In Florida, checkpoints are legal, but...
by RJ Ferraro | Sep 15, 2015 | DUI Defense
Any time you are arrested the first thoughts you have probably include wondering how much the fines will be, and the possible range of punishment. With lesser offenses, like misdemeanors, the fines and possible jail time are lower than with felony cases. What you can...
by RJ Ferraro | Sep 14, 2015 | DUI Defense
When most people are pulled over on suspicion of DUI and asked to submit to a field sobriety test, they comply. Even after just a few drinks of alcohol, the test results will likely show the driver is over the legal limit, and the officer will make an arrest for DUI....
by RJ Ferraro | Sep 9, 2015 | DUI Defense
Being pulled over and charged with DUI is enough of a bad experience, but did you know when certain factors are also included the charges can be much more than just DUI? What this means is that the penalties will be higher, and so the defense you put on must be that...
by RJ Ferraro | Sep 7, 2015 | DUI Defense
Regardless of how many times you’ve seen it on TV or in the movies, or listened to a friend recount their story of what happened that one time they got pulled over for DUI, until it happens to you it is hard to know what to expect. And, for most of us, knowing what to...
by RJ Ferraro | Sep 4, 2015 | DUI Defense
We all know that if you are pulled over for a driving violation after having a few drinks can lead to charges of DUI. This is why it is important to make other arrangements for your transportation if your plans include alcohol. A designated driver or calling a taxi or...