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Florida eeks on to top 10 list of bicycle-friendly states
Florida bicyclists take heart: the state cracked the top 10 list of bicycle-friendly states published by the League of American Bicyclists for the first time. And if momentum is an indicator, Floridians who are patient enough may eventually be riding in the country’s...
Florida man charged with grand theft and drug possession
A Florida man was charged with trespassing in an airport, grand theft, drug possession and possessing drug paraphernalia after a bizarre series of events unfolded in Volusia County on June 20. The man allegedly told New Smyrna Beach Police Department officers that he...
How can I get a DUI if I wasn’t driving?
It seems crazy. After all, the “D” in DUI stands for driving. But you can still get a DUI even if your car is in park. You may wish to think twice before “sleeping it off” in your car or even going to your car to listen to music if you’ve been drinking. Doing so can...
An overview of various drug offenses
Those who possess, sell or distribute controlled substances in Florida or any other state may face criminal penalties for doing so. In many cases, there is a distinction between dealing drugs and trafficking them. A drug trafficker is someone who plays a role in...
What constitutes an illegal search and seizure?
The Constitution provides every American the same rights. The fourth amendment protects American citizens from illegal, invasive searches and seizures of items. Law enforcement can still legally search private property, but there are still scenarios in which a search...
How eating while driving can lead to accidents
Some people in Florida may think of distracted driving as actions such as texting while behind the wheel, but much more common activities can also lead to distracted driving. Eating is a major cause of distracted driving as is drinking even when the beverage is not...
Effects of cultivating cannabis
The legalization of drugs has become a rather hot topic. Many people hold different stances and the controversy is still open for debate. Many have continued to argue that possessing and using marijuana should at least be legalized and, though it has happened in some...
Factors that can impact your BAC
You’ve just wrapped up a night out of drinking and have to make your way home. You are debating whether or not ditch your car and pick it up tomorrow morning or to wait a little longer to sober up and drive home. If there is ever an internal debate about whether or...
How stoned is too stoned to drive?
In Florida, driving under the influence comes with serious consequences. In fact, if you get behind the wheel while impaired by any drugs, including marijuana, you are subject to the same penalties as those who drive while drunk. A DUI for driving while stoned can...
Florida lawmakers challenge proposed marijuana legalization vote
The struggle over whether Florida voters should get to decide for themselves whether to decriminalize marijuana goes on. As we discussed previously in this blog, the campaign to add an initiative onto this year’s ballot proposing a state constitutional amendment...
