Drivers with DUI convictions must install ignition interlock devices in their vehicles. This is an attempt at keeping offenders from becoming repeat offenders. Unfortunately, many people over the years have attempted to "cheat the system," working around the ignition...
Dui Defense
What happens if you tamper with a required interlock device?
As you probably know, Florida has severe penalties for motorists who drive under the influence of alcohol. While you may be able to stay out of jail for a first-time offense, you probably cannot avoid losing your driving privileges. To get them back, you might have to...
What should I know about ignition interlock in FL?
Like many states, Florida has ignition interlock device laws as a potential part of DUI sentencing. In certain instances, the State of Florida may require you to install an ignition interlock device in your vehicle if you wish to drive. Understanding the ignition...
Your commercial driving job and a DUI
A DUI can have unfortunate consequences for anyone, especially if you rely on driving for your job. Having a commercial driver's license enables you to legally operate commercial vehicles. A DUI could immediately jeopardize your CDL. Knowing the impact a DUI could...
Does marijuana impair driving ability?
People who use marijuana may feel that it does not affect their driving ability, but research shows otherwise. According to AAA, marijuana is the second-most common impairing substance among drivers after alcohol. Marijuana does not affect drivers exactly the way that...
Can you refuse a breath analysis test?
When you hit the road and utilize public roads maintained by the city, you actually invoke an implied consent law. This law essentially means that you give your consent to a breath analysis test if an officer suspects you of driving under the influence and asks you to...
Can you refuse a breath analysis test?
As a driver, it is important to understand the implicit and implied agreements that you go into whenever you use a public road. This includes implied consent, which will most often come into play in situations where an officer asks you to take a breath analysis test....
Consequences for cheating an ignition interlock device
Interlock devices, also known as car Breathalyzers, are often installed due to Florida state mandates for drivers who have DUI charges. One of the main things you should know about car Breathalyzers is that you shouldn't try to cheat the device. This can result in...
How does implied consent relate to DUI charges?
Florida is one of the few states left where you can still be criminally penalized for refusing a breath or blood test at a traffic stop. In other states, you may face administrative penalties for such a refusal, but you wouldn’t go to jail. What is implied consent?...
Driving under the influence has consequences
Being safe while driving is a top priority for a lot of people, and the law has consequences for those who get behind the wheel while under the influence of substances that could impair their ability to drive. Just like driving while intoxicated is a crime, so is...