If a police officer begins to ask you questions, you know that they are expecting honest answers. Maybe they’re interrogating you because they believe you were involved in a crime. They want you to explain yourself so that they can determine who is responsible for...
For non-commercial drivers who are over 21 years old, the legal limit is a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08%. This limit applies to the vast majority of drivers, and it’s the reason that police officers give out breath tests. If they get a reading that shows...
There are numerous federal and state rules restricting the actions of law enforcement professionals. They need to comply with the law when investigating criminal activity. They also need to respect the rights of suspects and those in state custody. Occasionally,...
College is a time for experimentation, and a lot of students do some of that experimenting with alcohol – even though they’re still underage. If you don’t think that your son or daughter would ever use a fake ID or that those are a thing of the past, think again. In...
A criminal conviction can certainly have an immediate effect on your life, in that you may have to pay fines or spend time behind bars. Even if you are just in jail for a very short time, it can have a major impact on your reputation, and that is certainly something...
Being charged with a crime is a significant event in your life. One of the first things you’ll have to figure out is how to get out of jail. While some people remain in prison pending the outcome of their case, this isn’t feasible for many. How you get out of jail...
Some drivers don’t understand what happens during a traffic stop. But, many people know that a traffic stop could lead to a criminal charge. It may help you to learn the following information about traffic stops: 1. The police can perform traffic stops with...
Being accused of a criminal offense can turn your life upside down. Things become even more unsettling if you did not commit the crime in question. If you are falsely indicted and charged with a crime, you have a duty to defend yourself lest you pay a price for a...
Fatal drug overdoses are a serious problem throughout the country, and Florida is certainly no exception. Many fatalities can be prevented if someone who is with the victim calls 911. Unfortunately, bystanders often fear that by calling first responders, they’ll draw...
The United States Constitution sets specific rights for people in this country. The first 10 amendments are known as the Bill of Rights. The Fifth Amendment outlines certain rights that you have to protect you against self-incrimination, including the right to remain...
