Having someone search through your vehicle, home and other personal belongings for drugs can be extremely distressing. However, if a police officer has good reason to believe that they might find drugs, it may be well within their rights to search your property for...
An accident can be life-changing. For this reason, making sure that you drive safely is highly important. While some may think that they do not need to worry before driving because they have experience, the reality is that brushing up can be beneficial. The more that...
While some are hoping Florida might legalize recreational marijuana in the coming years, as of right now, the recreational use of marijuana remains illegal within state lines. Yet, the state does allow for the medical use of marijuana, and this creates some confusion...
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...
Car accidents can cause extensive injuries depending on location, vehicle position and speed. Even though motorists cannot always prevent crashes, they can take precautions to lower their risks of injury. When people know which behaviors will improve their protection,...
Florida law contains several criminal statutes for illegal drugs. The law categorizes drugs into different classes based on federal schedules. The penalties for conviction range in severity depending on the drug class and the type of crime. One of the most serious...
Parents have a tremendous amount to worry about nowadays. One of your primary concerns, of course, is your child's safety in your car, truck or SUV. To keep the young one in your family safe, it is important to follow the National Highway Traffic Safety...
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...
Retail stores take shoplifting very seriously, and certain chains even post asset protection personnel near the exits to mitigate the risk of theft. This might lead to a sense of fear when you walk out and realize that you took an item without paying. If an employee...
The thought of taking another life is horrific. The threat of jail is even worse. If you have killed another human being, you may or may not face a prison sentence depending on the circumstances. Police look at everything they can find before deciding whether to...