May 30, 2018
Orlando DUI Lawyer - Florida DUI Charges Attorney Chad Frost

Florida DUI: Frequently Asked Questions

After a first-time DUI conviction, how can I get my license reinstated? The penalty for a first time DUI can result in revocation of your license, if there was a serious injury involved, the revocation may last 36 months. If you want your license reinstated before the revocation term expires, then you will need to apply for a ‘hardship’ driver license and show proof that you have completed a DUI program.   Who qualifies for a ‘Hardship’ License? The hardship license is not for everyone. You have to prove to the court that without a driver’s license, you are not […]
May 2, 2018
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Reducing DUI Charges In Florida

Can I Get My DUI Charges Reduced? Almost all motorists who have been charged with a DUI would like to know if their charges can be reduced to something less serious or even rescinded. It is first important to understand that getting a charge of DUI revoked is not always possible if the law enforcement officer has abided by the legal rules, but in many cases, it is possible to have the charges reduced to Reckless Driving.   Why Have A Charge Of DUI Reduced To Reckless Driving? Many DUI lawyers indicate to motorists charged with DUI that getting the […]
April 19, 2018
Orlando DUI Lawyer - Florida DUI Charges Attorney Chad Frost

Understanding Portable Breathalyzers & DUI Charges In Florida

How Do Breathalyzers Work? Many drivers do not know much about breathalyzers and consequently, refuse them when asked by law enforcement. Based on the Implied Consent rule, driving on the roads in Florida is a privilege, and with it comes the rule that you will also consent to any tests for possible drunk driving or driving under the influence.   Types Of Breathalyzers There are several types of portable breathalyzers that are used by the police officers in Florida. Portable devices are carried with officers for use on the road and more sophisticated machines are used at the police station. […]
April 3, 2018
Orlando DUI Lawyer - Florida DUI Charges Attorney Chad Frost

Understanding Your Rights At Florida DUI Checkpoints

How Do DUI Checkpoints Work? In almost every city and town, law enforcement officers will sometimes set up DUI checkpoints. Also known as sobriety checkpoints, this law enforcement activity is most common during the summer and annual holidays like New Year’s Eve, July 4th, Labor Day and so on. The reason is that during this time period the public is more likely to drink and drive. The aim of a DUI checkpoint is to investigate and assess motorists on the road for drunk driving. The majority of the DUI checkpoints are set-up on public roads which also give law enforcement a […]
March 11, 2018
Orlando DUI Lawyer - Florida DUI Charges Attorney Chad Frost

Understanding Florida Field Sobriety Tests

What Are Field Sobriety Tests? If you have been stopped for suspicion of driving under the influence, law enforcement may ask you do field sobriety tests. Typically, there are three different exercises that people are asked to do: Walk & Turn One-Legged Stand Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus (HGN) The Walk and Turn exercise is used to study a person’s ability to divide attention.  A person must follow verbal instructions while also doing physical activity. You are instructed to take nine steps, heel-to-toe, along a straight line. After taking nine steps, you must turn on one foot and return in the same manner […]
February 3, 2018
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Can You Be Arrested For DUI In Florida While Riding A Horse?

The idea that you can only be arrested for DUI (Driving Under the Influence) while operating a motor vehicle is a common fallacy that has garnered widespread discussion. This notion was recently highlighted when police in Lakeland, Florida arrested a woman for riding her horse down a busy highway while intoxicated. Polk County police charged the 53-year-old woman with drunk driving, even though she was on a horse, not driving a car. Multiple drivers called into the police station to report the woman after close-calls were made by cars swerving around her horse. Upon arriving at the scene, officers had […]
December 14, 2017
Orlando DUI Lawyer - Florida DUI Charges Attorney Chad Frost

DUI Defense: What Happens If The Cop Didn’t See Me Driving?

Clients often ask my advice when they’re facing DUI (Driving Under the Influence) charges in Florida. Perhaps the most recent question in DUI law that has been brought to my attention is whether the police can make an arrest for DUI without having personally witnessed the suspect behind the wheel, actually driving a motor vehicle while intoxicated and a crash didn’t occur. There are two cases that provide clarity on how your DUI charges might turn out under circumstances like these. Previous Legal Cases Involving A DUI Without Police Witness The first is a 2011 case, M.W. v. State. (51 […]
September 13, 2017
Orlando DUI Lawyer - Florida DUI Charges Attorney Chad Frost

Florida DUI: What You Need To Know About Getting A 3rd DUI Charge

  Getting a third DUI charge in Florida is very serious and associated with the most severe DUI penalties. If you are convicted, you may face thousands of dollars in penalties, plus incarceration, and a possible ten-year suspension or revocation of our driver’s license. You may also have a felony on your record that will seriously affect you for the rest of your life.   I Was Charged With A 3rd DUI, When Should I Get An Attorney? In Florida, you only have ten days after your arrest to hire an attorney with regards to the driver’s license suspension. You will be asked at the […]