September 13, 2017
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The Effect of a Criminal Drug Conviction on Current and Future Employment
In today’s competitive marketplace, jobs in almost every employment sector are very competitive – even for those who have exceptional academic credentials. Criminal drug convictions result in criminal records, which can have a negative impact on a person’s employment and employment prospects.
If you have been charged with or convicted of a d [...]

Are There Defenses to DUI if you “Blew?”
Florida DUI convictions can have serious ramifications. In the State of Florida, DWI and DUI convictions can result in heavy fines, loss of employment, limited job prospects, and even jail time. If you have been charged with a DUI offense, you want an experienced defense attorney in your corner representing you at every stage of your case.
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September 11, 2017
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Is it Possible to “Pass” the Standard Field Sobriety Test?
What is the Standard Field Sobriety Test (SFST)?
The Standardized Field Sobriety Test, or “SFST,” is a battery of tests by law enforcement used to determine whether a person is under the influence of alcohol. The tasks used in the SFST include:
Walk-and-Turn--Taking nine “heel-to-toe” steps in a straight line, then turning and walking in [...]
September 6, 2017
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Three Things to Look for in a Criminal Defense Lawyer
When people are charged with crimes in Florida and other places, they oftentimes do not know where to turn. In many cases, the person charged is not sure what they did, what they are charged with, what the law says, or what the possible sentences and penalties upon conviction are. In those instances, it is absolutely essential that you retain the s [...]
September 5, 2017
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The Benefits of Expungement
Records expungements can be extremely beneficial to criminal defendants on many different fronts. A complete records expungement means that a defendant’s criminal record is completely sealed or erased and is not ordinarily visible to the general public.
As a result, post-expungement, a criminal defendant will not ordinarily have to report a crim [...]
September 1, 2017
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No Tolerance Law for Underage DUI
In the State of Florida, the legal drinking age is 21. Possession of alcohol by anyone under the age of 21 is illegal, without exception. All-in-all, the standards are stricter and the penalties are harsher for DUI offenders under the age of 21. If you or someone you love has been charged with an underage DUI, it is essential that you have experien [...]
September 1, 2017
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How Does the Fourth Amendment Affect My Criminal Case?
Pursuant to the Fourth Amendment to the United States Constitution, any police officer who conducts a search of a person’s home or vehicle must have ordinarily obtained a search warrant prior to doing so. In order to issue a search warrant, there must be probable cause that criminal activity was afoot and that the defendant committed or participa [...]
August 30, 2017
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A Criminal Record Can Limit Your Professional Options
In today’s marketplace, school admission and job placement are extremely difficult and competitive – even for those with excellent credentials. However, a criminal record (particularly a lengthy one) can put a damper on a person’s professional options.
Generally speaking, a criminal record can have a very negative impact on a person’s educ [...]
August 28, 2017
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Graduation Season Results in DUI Arrests
Graduation is a time for celebration as children begin to transition from childhood to young adulthood. For many teenagers who have survived the rigors of high school, graduation can make them feel invincible, and, in combination with a multitude of parties, this may drastically increase teen drinking and driving and their risk of being charged wi [...]
August 23, 2017
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Were Your Rights Violated at a DUI Stop?
Most of the time, the real reason why Florida police officers pull drivers over is not for texting, speeding, running a stop sign, or failing to use a turn signal. In most cases, the traffic stop occurs because the officer suspects that the driver is under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Pretextual traffic stops are constitutional, even if the o [...]
August 21, 2017
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