by RJ Ferraro | Mar 18, 2014 | Criminal Defense, DUI Defense
The percentage of alcohol in your blood is referred to as the BAC (blood alcohol content). DUI charges rely on the BAC at time of arrest, which is measured by the arresting officer by methods such as a breath test. When you blow a BAC above the legal limit, the...
by RJ Ferraro | Feb 26, 2014 | Criminal Defense, DUI Defense, Legal Principles
Leaving the Scene of an Accident, or “Hit and Run,” seems to be occurring at a fairly high rate in Martin County. Before getting behind the wheel of a car, there are a few things you should know. First and foremost, accidents happen. And when they do,...
by RJ Ferraro | Dec 4, 2013 | Criminal Defense, DUI Defense, Legal Principles
If you are currently on probation in Martin County or on the Treasure Coast, watch out! While no time is a good time to violate your probation, the fact is, if you violate now, it is very likely you will miss the holidays with your family. I can assure you that...
by RJ Ferraro | Aug 8, 2013 | Criminal Defense, DUI Defense, Legal Principles
Of Course! Every criminal court I have been in does, as best I can tell. And that includes the courts in Martin County. Now, my definition of a good ole boy system may be a little different then yours. I am not trying to say that woman are somehow inferior or...
by RJ Ferraro | Jun 17, 2013 | Criminal Defense, DUI Defense, Legal Principles, News
Starting July 1, going too slow in a Florida “fast lane” will no longer just affect the people getting angry behind you. Now YOU could end up paying a $60 ticket. Recently signed into law, it is now illegal to go 10 mph or more below the speed limit in...
by RJ Ferraro | Jun 12, 2013 | Criminal Defense, DUI Defense, Legal Principles
A Fl DUI conviction is a life changing event that will have long lasting consequences – some of which will be obvious and expected, others of which might totally blind side you. One of those lesser known consequences is the affect a FL DUI has on your...