Many people believe that jails and prisons serve to rehabilitate and punish criminal offenders for wrongdoing; however, this isn’t always the case. Unfortunately, inmates don’t usually receive the guidance and services they need to start a new life after serving time for their mistakes. Without counseling to tackle addiction, anger, and other health issues and…
A DUI charge presents multiple problems before you ever step foot in a courtroom. One of the biggest hurdles of being arrested for DUI is losing your driving privileges. When you’re arrested for DUI, the police officers who arrest you must take your official driver’s license and give you a citation that doubles as a…
Being arrested for DUI is often the most unpleasant experience of a person’s life, and it can unfortunately lead to consequences that can affect the individual for years to come. To make matters worse, police officers are prone to committing mistakes during DUI investigations from the minute they flag you as someone to stop Here…
If police took a blood sample from you while you were unconscious in a hospital bed and incapable of giving consent, you might wake up feeling violated. If you were suspected of drunk driving, the arresting officers will use your blood sample to find out your blood alcohol content (BAC). Police officers may resort to…
In December 2022, 1,062 individuals lost their lives in drunk-driving crashes across the United States—the highest monthly toll since 2007. Police in West Palm Beach are quick to pull over drivers whom they suspect may be intoxicated, and may rely on visual cues to determine whether or not to initiate a traffic stop. If you’re…
In response to ongoing concerns about police conduct, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced in May 2023 a department-wide policy mandating the use of body-worn cameras (BWCs) for its law enforcement officers. This initiative aligns with President Biden’s Executive Order on Advancing Effective, Accountable Policing and Criminal Justice Practices to Enhance Public Trust and…
The defense in a criminal case may call upon expert witnesses to provide education and clarity regarding a criminal case. Courts prohibit witnesses from testifying based on their own opinions or analysis; however, they make exceptions for expert witnesses who testify on matters pertaining to their areas of expertise. In a DUI case, the science…
Dozens of drunk driving arrests take place in Palm Beach County daily; however, what makes this incident unusual is that both men were arrested at the same time for drunk driving in the same vehicle. One particular incident was with Palm Beach Gardens police who received a tip about a reckless driver at 11:30 p.m….
When you seek a protective order against domestic violence in Florida, you might think that it’s all over from here. You’re serious about leaving your spouse or dating partner and are taking the necessary steps to protect yourself and your children from his or her abuse by going to court for a domestic violence injunction,…
Everybody makes mistakes. Unfortunately, some mistakes turn out to be criminal in nature whether or not others are harmed. As a juvenile, you shouldn’t have your criminal history follow you for life. Fortunately, in Florida, there are ways of having your juvenile record sealed or expunged, which can help you start a fresh life in…
