July 13, 2026
FAQs About Florida’s DUI Law
Will I be able to get my case dismissed because I was not read my rights? Not likely. The failure to advise of Miranda rights does raises legal issues, but it is not likely to…
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July 13, 2026
Florida Criminal Investigation
If you are the target or subject of a criminal investigation, it is critical that you do not speak with any law enforcement agent or officer before consulting with an attorney. An experienced Pensacola Criminal…
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Child Support Law
As one might imagine, another major area of dispute is child support. This area is governed by the Florida child support statute. The parties cannot just pick a number that’s acceptable to them for child…
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10 Day Law in Florida
Fight for Your License After Being Arrested for DUI A driver’s license will automatically be suspended if the driver suspected of DUI refuses to take the breath or blood test. After being arrested for drunk…
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Study Shows Florida has Strict DUI Penalty
Drinking and driving in the great state of Florida has some pretty steep consequences. Wallet Hub compiled a ranking of the strictest and most lenient states in the U.S. with DUI penalties and Florida took…
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5 Ways a DUI can Affect Your Job
After being arrested for DUI, many people worry about the effect this will have on their freedom, their driving privileges, and their bank account. What they fail to realize, however, is that a DUI arrest…
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Types of Florida DUI Penalties
DUI laws vary across all 50 states, as do the punishments for conviction. The penalties in Florida look very different from those in California or Massachusetts. If you’re facing a charge of driving under the…
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What Happens if I am Charged with Stalking
Being charged with any type of crime is a stressful experience which can carry lasting consequences. Both your professional and personal reputation can be affected, in addition to any legal consequences. Being accused of a…
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Who can use the tax exemption for a minor child once the parties are living separate and apart?
Most people think that if the Divorce decree says they can take the exemption then the IRS will go along with it. This is NOT correct. I must caution anyone that as to all tax…
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DUI 101 Get the Facts
Different Florida districts and different judges may impose varying sentences for a first time offender. Florida law for a first offense conviction could result in no minimum period of incarceration but has the potential of…
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