The Seated Field Sobriety Test – Florida’s Space Coast
April 16, 2026 What is the Seated Field Sobriety Test? The seated field sobriety test is a scientifically validated battery of physical and cognitive assessments administered to boaters to determine alcohol or drug impairment while remaining seated. Developed by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA), this specialized field sobriety test achieves a […]
Risk Protection Order in Brevard County
Risk Protection Order in Brevard County April 14, 2026 Did the Cops Take Your Guns or Ammo? How to Get Your Guns Back After a Risk Protection Order in Florida If served with a Risk Protection Order and law enforcement is trying to take your firearms and ammunition away, you need to call Attorney Michael […]
The “BUI vs. DUI” Myth-Busting Guide
The “BUI vs. DUI” Myth-Busting Guide March 20, 2026 If you’re cruising the Indian River Lagoon or heading out of Sebastian Inlet, the rules of the “road” change the moment you hit the water. On land, the line between legal and illegal is bright. On the water, specifically regarding Florida BUI laws, that line gets […]
Miranda Rights – What Are They and Why Are They Important
Miranda Rights – What Are They and Why Are They Important March 19, 2026 Miranda rights are constitutional protections that require police to inform a suspect of their right to remain silent and their right to an attorney before custodial interrogation. These rights stem from the U.S. Supreme Court’s Miranda v. Arizona decision and serve […]
Community Control in Florida: Know the Rules
Community Control in Florida: Know the Rules February 18, 2026 People who have been convicted of a crime may be able to persuade a judge to let them serve their sentences in their homes under certain conditions. These arrangements are called probation agreements. Probation is a court-ordered period that cannot exceed the maximum punishment for […]
Grand Theft in Florida – Penalties and Defense Options
Grand Theft in Florida – Penalties and Defense Options February 16, 2026 Florida law classifies Grand Theft as any intentional and unlawful property theft valued at $750.00 or more. Grand theft in Florida is a felony. Therefore, the penalties for the crime may include fines, restitution, prison, probation, and a permanent criminal record. The penalties […]
Factors That Lead to Getting a DUI Case Dismissed
Factors That Lead to Getting a DUI Case Dismissed February 9, 2026 A DUI case can be dismissed in Florida. Dismissal occurs when a judge or prosecutor determines that the evidence is insufficient, legally inadmissible, or that your constitutional rights were violated. Success often depends on filing a Motion to Suppress evidence or entering a […]
Top Florida DUI Defense Strategies
Top Florida DUI Defense Strategies January 16, 2026 A Florida DUI arrest is a high-stakes legal crisis. With the implementation of Trenton’s Law, the state has moved to criminalize even first-time breath test refusals. This makes your choice of defense strategy more critical than ever. If you are facing charges, you aren’t just fighting a […]
Can You Expunge a DUI in Florida?
Can You Expunge a DUI in Florida? December 15, 2025 No, you cannot expunge a DUI conviction in Florida because state law mandates a permanent adjudication of guilt for the offense. This conviction stays on your criminal record indefinitely and on your driving record for 75 years. However, you can expunge the arrest record if […]
Florida DUI Penalties Guide
Florida DUI Penalties Guide December 12, 2025 Get help with this Florida DUI Penalties Guide. Contact the Florida DUI Lawyers at Mario Gunde Peters & Kelley Attorneys Available by Phone 24/7Call 321-631-0506 First Offense Potential Jail Sentence Fines License Suspension Period Impound Vehicle Ignition Interlock Device Additional Penalties One day to six months. Probation up […]