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Category Archives: Driving Under the Influence/DUI

Can I get a violation of probation for only financial matters?

In short, yes. Tampa violation of probation attorneys are often asked about whether misdemeanor or felony probation can be violated solely for a probationer failing to meet their financial obligations, like paying the cost of supervision, court costs, fines, restitution, etc. Yes, one’s probation can be violated simply for failing to pay for things associated […]

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You Need A Tampa Criminal Defense Attorney to Challenge Your DUI Charge

If you have been arrested and charged with driving under the Influence (DUI), you know the stress involved. The legal penalties and damage to your reputation are harsh. If convicted, you will lose your driver’s license for a period of time and when you get it back, your insurance rates will be substantially higher. You […]

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Can I apply for early termination of probation?

Yes, many probationers ask their Tampa criminal defense attorneys about trying to early terminate their probation. Obviously, they are in hurry to attempt to get off probation for a variety of reason, including being done with supervision, supervision interfering with their job, tired of being fearful of violating probation, etc. Yes, a probationer can apply […]

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Brandon Criminal Defense Attorneys – polygraph results

Brandon criminal defense attorneys are often asked about the impact of polygraph tests and the admission of same. In short, no, they are not admissible in Florida courts. Before going too far into why they are not yet admissible, it is worth highlighting specifically how these machines are supposed to work. Polygraphs are intended to […]

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What does the curfew on felony probation mean?

Many folks are unaware of the specifics of their curfew on felony probation.  Violations of curfew on felony probation lead to many Tampa violations of probation (VOP). Unfortunately, many folks on probation simply do not know what specifically the curfew actually entails, when they either accept the terms of their probation or are sentenced to the […]

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Tampa Appellate Attorney – what does PCA mean?

Nothing is more frustrating to a Tampa appellate attorney than the letters – PCA. Simply put, it is essentially the fatal conclusion of an appeal. It stands for per curiam affirmed, which is obviously Latin. The practical meaning of the phrase is that the appellate court proceeding over the case did not feel it warranted […]

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What do the initials “NINF” mean in Tampa criminal cases?

Tampa criminal lawyers are asked about the phrase “NINF” means with regards to a disposition of a Tampa criminal case. It simply means the State Attorney’s Office has declined to file formal charges against the defendant. This is obviously a victory for the defendant since the charges are dropped without the risk and frustrations of […]

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Upcoming DUI Checkpoints in Tampa, FL for May 2014

Tampa DUI Attorneys are often asked about the specifics of DUI checkpoints. These checkpoints lead to many DUI arrests throughout the greater Tampa Bay Area. Many Tampa DUIs originate at DUI checkpoints as opposed to the driver being pulled over for poor driving or some other reason. As you can imagine, DUI checkpoints present a […]

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Should I tell my Tampa drug attorneys everything?

Many clients are concerned about telling their Tampa drug attorneys the entire story, including the bad facts. Everyone wants to disclose all the good facts, but leave out the bad, potentially incriminating facts. Frankly, if you are not willing to tell your attorney everything, you are truly wasting your money retaining any attorney. Attorneys are […]

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Can I have my own doctor perform a blood test during my Tampa DUI investigation?

Many Tampa DUI cases involve admission of blood test results against individuals.  In short, yes.  Florida Statute Section 316.1932(3) provides the basis for someone to have their own doctor conduct, RN or “other personnel authorized by a hospital to draw blood or duly licensed clinical laboratory director…” take their own independent test.  There are several […]

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