If a police officer pulls you over and suspects you of drunk driving, he or she will more than likely ask you to participate in field sobriety tests. If you choose to do so, you could end up giving the officer the probable cause needed to place you under arrest.You...
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Must I comply when asked to submit to field sobriety testing?
You're on the road minding your own business when all of a sudden, lights are flashing behind you. It's the police, and they are pulling you over. You move to the side of the road. After a quick chat with the officer, you are asked to submit to field sobriety testing....
Florida woman faces DUI charge
According to authorities in Florida, a woman tried to place a wager on how high her blood alcohol content was after being detained for driving while impaired. The 62-year-old was found near The Villages retirement community where she lived after police received a...
When is a DUI a felony?
Mechanical violations, parking tickets and speeding citations are infractions nearly everyone has dealt with. Whether you fail to see the stop sign or zip through it intentionally, you may end up with a ticket that will cost you time to resolve and ultimately money....
Understanding Florida’s per se DUI laws
Whether you are a native of Florida, you have retired here or you are visiting for vacation, you are probably well aware of the many opportunities for having a good time. You may prefer relaxing with a few friends and a bottle of wine or a more boisterous affair with...
Field sobriety tests: Are you legally obligated to take one?
If you're driving home and a Florida police officer pulls you over, you must stop. When the officer approaches your driver's side window, you should roll it down so he or she can speak to you. If the officer asks to see your driver's license and vehicle registration...
How serious is a DUI?
From the time you were in high school and thinking about getting your driver's license, you probably heard warnings about the dangers of drinking and driving. Perhaps those warnings desensitized you to the problem. Maybe your friends convinced you that driving after...
Do you need to take field sobriety test?
Having the police pull you over on suspicion of driving while intoxicated can be daunting as well as frightening, especially if you have imbibed.It is important to remember that you are not alone. Many people are stopped for DUI suspicion and, according to recent...
The pros and cons of refusing to take a field sobriety test
Having to pull off a Florida highway, wind down your window and look into the eyes of a police officer is a potentially highly stressful experience. If you're one of those people who gets nervous around people in uniform, your heart may begin beating faster as soon as...
Can the police force you to draw blood?
While breathalyzer is the most popular method for police to determine if someone is driving under the influence, many believe that blood tests will provide a more satisfying result. Aside from the multiple issues plaguing breathalyzers, the police do not need the...