Blog Posts in April, 2011

New Evidence in Cabrera DUI Case

According to new evidence released by the State Attorney's Office, Miguel Cabrera allegedly drove other drivers off the road prior to his DUI arrest in Florida in February of 2011. We will release more information as it is released.

Former Ray Elijah Dukes Arrested for Driving on a Suspended License - How Do I Know if My Florida Driver License is Suspended?

Former Tampa Bay Ray Elijah Dukes has been arrested yet again - this time for driving on a suspended license. Dukes was arrested on I-75 on Easter Sunday near the MLK exit. Since 2003, Dukes has been arrested seven times. Are you concerned that your driver license might be suspended or revoked? Visit https://www6.hsmv.state.fl.us/DLCheck/main.jsp and type in your Florida Driver License number in ...

Buc's GM Upset with DUI Arrests - What Happens After You are Arrested for DUI?

Tampa Bay Buc's GM Mark Dominik has publicly expressed his unhappiness with the number of recent Buccaneer arrests for DUI , TBO is reporting. As we reported yesterday, Assistant Coach Jay Kaiser was arrested and charged with DUI on Wednesday morning. Shelton Quarles and Chris Mosley were also arrested and charged with DUI within the last year, making this the third drunk driving arrest for the ...

Tampa Bay Buc's Assistant Coach Arrested and Charged with DUI

Fox Sports is reporting that Tampa Bay Buc's assistant coach Jayson Kaiser was arrested this week on charges of Drunk Driving. Kaiser was pulled over for driving with no headlights on and was subsequently arrested and charged with DUI after refusing to submit to Field Sobriety Exercises or take a breach alcohol test. Kaiser was arrested on Dale Mabry Highway in Tampa, Florida. If you have been ...

Fourth Amendment Under Siege: New Device Allows Government to Restore and Remove Your Cell Phone Data Covertly

The Fourth Amendment to the US Constitution protects us from unreasonable searches and seizures, right? Then why are local police forces across America starting to use a new product, called "Cellebrite," to extract personal data from the cell phones of motorists they stop for routine traffic infractions? We asked Tampa Criminal Defense lawyer Barry Taracks, president of the law firm of Taracks & ...

Lawmakers Seeking Civil Citations for Juveniles

TBO is reporting Lawmakers in Tallahassee are pushing for a program that would give youthful law-breakers an opportunity to avoid arrest records by introducing civil citations instead of standard criminal arrests. These citations would be issued for non- violent crimes and would have children and teens enter social service programs rather than the criminal justice system. We will keep you up to ...

Nicholas Cage Arrested for Domestic Violence - Tampa Domestic Violence Bond Hearings

TMZ is reporting that reality show bounty hunter "Dog" Chapman has posted bond for actor Nicholas Cage (Con Air, Ghost Rider, Leaving Las Vegas.) Cage was arrested on charges of domestic violence in New Orleans earlier this week. If you have been arrested on charges of domestic violence, you are entitled to a bond hearing within 24 hours of your arrest. Typically, this will be in front of Judge ...

The Expungement Process in Florida

Recently, we sat down with Tampa Criminal Defense Attorney Frank Kerney to discuss the expungement process in Florida. "The State of Florida permits one expungement during your lifetime. An expungement is only available for a charge that you were not adjudicated guilty for. It is important to remember that you may or may not be eligible based on your record." Mr. Kerney went on to explain that ...

Florida Marijuana Laws

Possession of marijuana is a serious crime in Florida. If you or a loved one has been charged with possession of marijuana or any other marijuana-related crime in the greater Tampa Bay area you should contact an attorney at Taracks & Associates today for a free consultation - 813-281-2897. It is important to note that a conviction for a drug related charge, including possession of marijuana, could ...

Common DUI Defenses in Florida

Being arrested for DUI is a very frightening experience that can wreak havoc on you financially and emotionally, especially if the circumstances surrounding your arrest were strange or suspicious. Following a DUI arrest everyone inevitably asks "what are the best DUI defenses in Florida?" This article examines some of the most common defenses and what they could possibly mean to your case. If you ...

VOP - Violation of Probation Lawyer in Tampa

Have you or a loved one violated probation recently? Do you anticipate violating probation? If so, you need to call an experienced Tampa VOP (Violation of Probation) lawyer immediately. If your Felony probation is in Hillsborough and you have committed a technical violation, an experienced attorney can typically have you appear before the Judge within 24 hours. So what exactly are technical ...

Detroit Tigers' Miguel Cabrera set for Florida DMV Hearing Today - How to Set A DMV Hearing if You are Arrested for DUI

As reported earlier, Detroit Tigers' star Miguel Cabrera was arrested and charged with DUI earlier this year. Today, he is scheduled for a DMV hearing in Florida to determine whether or not he will lose his driving privileges. We sat down with Tampa DUI attorney and former state prosecutor Barry Taracks to discuss the DMV Hearing process. "First," Mr. Taracks says, "it is important to understand ...

April 2011 Tampa DUI Checkpoints Conducted by HCSO

The following is a list of the dates, times, and locations of all April 2011 Hillsborough County DUI Checkpoints to be conducted by HCSO. If you or a loved on is traveling in the Tampa area be aware of these checkpoints. If you are charged with DUI, please contact our firm for a free consultation on your case. As always, stay safe on the roads and don't drink and drive. Note that on Thursday, ...

Who is the Best DUI Lawyer in Tampa?

After being arrested for DUI , a million questions run through your head: What penalties am I facing? Will I lose my driver license? Am I going to go to jail? After pondering these confusing and stressful questions, almost everyone inevitably asks "Who is the best DUI lawyer in Tampa?" This isn't an easy question to answer. Almost every lawyer has his or her own unique skills that are brought to ...

Florida's Stand Your Ground Law: An Interview with Attorney Barry Taracks

Recently, former Terra Verde beauty queen Meghan Brown shot and killed an intruder who broke into her Pinellas County home. As the intruder grappled with her fiancé, Brown calmly reached into a drawer and removed her pink .38 special. Four shots later the intruder was dead. This has prompted many Tampa Bay residents to question when they are permitted to use deadly force to stop an intruder. We ...

Tampa DUI Checkpoint Tonight Conducted by HCSO: April 1, 2011 at Alafia Elementary School in Valrico, FL

Tonight, Friday, April 1, 2011 from 10 PM to 5 AM the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) will be conducting a DUI checkpoint at 3535 Culbreath Road and Natures Way Boulevard (Alafia Elementary School) in Valrico, Florida. Drivers in this part of Southern Hillsborough County should be prepared for enhanced DUI patrol as well as a checkpoint at the location mentioned above. As always, the ...