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What Does "Actual Physical Control" Mean Under Florida DUI Law?
Understanding § 316.193 and How You Can Be Charged Without Driving You don't need to be driving down the road to be arrested for DUI in Florida. In fact, you don't even have to be moving. Under Florida Statutes §… Continue Reading -
Can Police in Florida Draw Your Blood After a DUI Crash With Injury?
Understanding Florida Statutes § 316.1933 Under Florida law, police can legally require a blood draw in certain DUI cases — even without your consent — especially when the crash results in serious bodily injury or… Continue Reading -
Florida's “Drugged Driving” Law Under Florida Statutes § 316.193
Drugged driving charges are just as serious as alcohol-related DUI offenses in Florida. Many people don’t realize that you can be charged with a DUI in Florida even if there’s no alcohol in your system — all it takes is… Continue Reading -
Understanding Florida's "Loitering and Prowling" Law: Florida Statutes § 856.021(2)
Florida law allows police to stop, detain, and arrest individuals under certain suspicious circumstances — even when no specific crime has occurred. One of the most commonly used and misunderstood charges in this… Continue Reading -
Is Florida a “Stop and Frisk” State?
Yes, Florida does allow law enforcement officers to conduct what is commonly referred to as a “stop and frisk.” The law governing this type of police interaction is found under Florida Statutes § 901.151, officially… Continue Reading -
Do I Have To Answer Questions If I Haven’t Been Arrested Yet?
What You Say Can Still Be Used Against You — Even Before You’re Arrested. Here’s Why You Should Speak To a Lawyer First. When people call my office and ask whether they have to answer police questions before they’ve… Continue Reading -
Why Hiring a Private Criminal Defense Lawyer Can Change the Outcome of Your Case
Don’t Wait for a Public Defender—Your Future Deserves Immediate and Personal Legal Attention When you're arrested or even just under investigation, the clock starts ticking. I've seen too many people sit back,… Continue Reading -
If I’m innocent, shouldn’t I just explain everything?
Why Talking to Police Without a Lawyer Can Turn a Misunderstanding into a Criminal Charge “But I Didn’t Do Anything Wrong…” I’ve had this conversation more times than I can count. A person calls me, clearly… Continue Reading -
Will Asking for a Lawyer Make Me Look Guilty?
Why You Should Never Hesitate to Ask for an Attorney—And Why a Private Lawyer Can Make All the Difference I've lost count of how many clients have asked me the same question over the years: "If I ask for a lawyer,… Continue Reading -
Why You Should Call a Private Criminal Defense Lawyer Immediately After Police Contact
A direct conversation about your rights, your future, and how fast legal help can change everything If you're reading this, there's a good chance you or someone you care about has either already been contacted by… Continue Reading