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If The Drugs Are In My Blood, Can I Still Face Possession Charges? Very interestingly, the law does not consider the sole presence of drugs in a person’s system to be possession. However, this is a very thin line to tread, since other offenses — such as DUI, or the possession of drug paraphernalia — […]

Ok. Here’s a surprise for you. It is not against the law in Florida (or most other states) to drink and drive. If it were, bars would have no parking lots. There might be bus stops or cab stands, but the cities and counties would not permit parking lots clearly intended for patrons of bars

Of course, you are worried. If the bond is too high to be able to get your loved one out, action needs to be taken to try to lower the requirements. The attorneys at The Defense Group are experienced in this important task. In many cases, a bond will start out unreasonably high. However, as

State and federal laws can dictate what degree of felony has been committed — the classification of a felony can provide a guideline for the judge and jury during the trial, as well as set minimum and sometimes maximum penalties. Having a Central Florida Criminal Defense Attorney with The Defense Group. who understands the different

How much does a DUI defense attorney cost in Orlando? Cost of a DUI case in Orlando One of the first questions clients ask is “How much is this going to cost?” It’s a fair question but not a simple one. The answer will depend on the experience and credentials of the firm you choose, the facts

What is a Formal Review Hearing? An administrative hearing before a non-lawyer employee of the Department of Motor Vehicles to determine whether the Department was justified in suspending your driving privilege the day you were arrested for DUI. There are two reasons for a suspension of your license at the time of your arrest. Both

Is It Still DUI If The Car Is Off and/or Parked? DUI does not refer to strictly driving. Just being in the driver’s seat while impaired — even if the keys are off — can still be considered DUI. Central Florida DUI Defense Attorneys at The Defense Group have vast experience in DUI defense. If you

In the case where an action — the crime — violates both state and federal law, dual sovereignty comes into play. This means that, when a crime could potentially be tried in both state and federal court, a decision is made regarding which court will handle it — the sovereignty that decides to drop the

Blood Alcohol Level Chart How does alcohol affect the body? Remember that blood alcohol levels are affected by many things. Your body’s fat index, medications you are taking, what and when you last ate, your own metabolism, and various medical conditions are among the many factors that can affect blood alcohol levels. Remember that your