Under Florida’s Trenton’s Law, a first-time DUI test refusal can now lead to a criminal charge. This significant change, effective October 1, 2025, transforms what was previously a civil penalty into a criminal offense with lasting consequences. Legal insights from a Tampa DUI defense lawyer at Taracks & Associates can help clarify your rights and […]
If you get behind the wheel and drive in Florida, you have made an agreement with the state, whether you know it or not. This agreement is called an Implied Consent Law, and it requires that any person operating a motor vehicle in the state automatically consents to chemical testing (breath, blood, or urine) if […]
Understanding DUI Blood Test Evidence in Florida In Florida, operating a vehicle beyond the legal minimum blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08% constitutes a DUI. BAC is often determined by a series of tests such as breath, blood, urine, and breathalyzer tests. Blood tests are generally viewed as the most accurate of the tests. So, […]
A Comprehensive Guide to DUI & Actual Physical Control in Florida If you possess a Florida driver’s license, you probably already know a few things about DUI charges. First, DUI is an acronym for Driving Under the Influence (of drugs and alcohol), a serious offense with steep penalties. Second, a DUI is committed when the […]
Understanding the Financial Cost of a Florida DUI Conviction What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of the consequences of a DUI conviction in Florida? If your answer includes jail term, mandatory license suspension, and probation, you’re absolutely right. However, while these are typical penalties associated with Florida DUI, it’s easy […]
How to Mitigate a Florida DUI Charge In Florida, driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is a very serious crime. If convicted, you stand the risk of jail term, fines, license suspension, and other steep penalties. Unfortunately, that’s not all. You may have a hard time finding employment and securing affordable insurance premiums. […]
Learn What to Do after a Subpoena for BAC Medical Records in Florida Are you a suspect in a Florida DUI case? Then, chances are that the prosecution is doing everything they can to gather solid evidence to prove your guilt. This may include reviewing witness testimonies, analyzing physical evidence, and obtaining video footage from […]
Find Out Whether Taking Prescription Drugs Can Lead to a DUI Charge in Florida When most people hear about a DUI, their minds immediately jump to someone being pulled over for drinking and driving. However, Florida’s DUI laws are much broader than that—they don’t apply only to alcohol. You might be surprised to learn that […]
Know Whether a DUI Adds Points to Your License in Florida Imagine you’re driving in Florida, maybe on your way home from a night out. Everything seems fine until you suddenly notice those flashing lights in your rearview mirror. Your heart races—you’ve had a few drinks and are getting pulled over. In that tense moment, […]
Discover Whether Breathalyzer Results Can Be Misleading When you think of a DUI (Driving Under the Influence) arrest, one of the first things that might come to mind is the breathalyzer test. A breathalyzer is used by law enforcement to measure the amount of alcohol in a person’s breath and estimate their blood alcohol concentration […]