Field Sobriety Tests in Florida: Their Role and How to Challenge Them
Field sobriety tests (FSTs) in Florida are roadside exercises that police use to see if drivers are impaired. However, they aren’t mandatory, and they’re often unreliable due to medical, environmental, or subjective factors. If you want to challenge an FST, an experienced DUI attorney can help you succeed. SafeHome states that in 2024, the state of Florida had 315,030 total DUI...Read More
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Florida’s Habitual Traffic Offender Law: How to Prevent and Defend
Florida’s habitual traffic offender (HTO) Law targets drivers who commit multiple serious traffic violations within five years. The result is a five-year driver’s license revocation. Learning what triggers HTO status and using legal defense can help you protect your driving rights. Your risk of getting a ticket and becoming a habitual traffic offender might be higher than you...Read More
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Florida’s Aggressive Driving Laws: Identifying and Contesting Charges
Aggressive driving in Florida can carry many different penalties depending on the specific charge. In Florida, this can range from fines of several hundred dollars to jail time. According to statistics from Vera, someone in the United States is arrested every three seconds. Traffic offenses are some of the most common reasons for these arrests, and aggressive driving constitutes a good chunk...Read More
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The Role of Eyewitness Testimony in Florida DUI Defense Cases
Eyewitness testimony can make or break a DUI case, which is why understanding its role is key to building strong DUI defense strategies. In Florida, DUI charges are common, with around 156 DUI arrests per 100,000 people each year, according to Alcohol.org. This means many cases rely on what someone claims to have seen. But how reliable is an eyewitness? And what is the impact of testimony on...Read More
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Florida DUI: Ignition Interlock Rules You Must Know
Florida’s ignition interlock rules require a breathalyzer device in your vehicle after a DUI to ensure sober driving. Non-compliance can extend penalties or revoke your license. With around one million DUI arrests annually in the U.S., per the CDC, understanding Florida DUI penalties is critical to protect your rights. At RHINO Lawyers, our experienced attorneys craft tailored strategies...Read More
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The Role of Dashcam Footage in Defending Against Traffic Violations
Dashcam footage is often a strong piece of evidence that can support or dismiss any statement made in court by showing exactly what happened in the direction you point the camera. For example, it can maintain a clear record of following another car at a safe distance, or note what the other vehicle did that led to the accident. The courts will admit video when it is properly authenticated, but...Read More
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