Is it important to fight a speeding traffic ticket in Florida, or should I just pay my ticket and take the points? Receiving a speeding traffic ticket in Florida can be an overwhelming experience. You may be left wondering whether you should fight the ticket or just pay it and [...]
I get emails all the time from people visiting South Florida, especially Palm Beach, who had their trip ruined by a rude cop. Usually, they are here visiting family or friends from out of state. They are enjoying the mustang or corvette convertible they rented and forget that Florida has [...]
I am fond of criticizing our legislators for doing stupid things. From waiting five years to ban texting and driving to installing red light camera ATMs. But every once in a while, they undo something stupid. Let me explain. Last year, the Florida Legislature passed a law that would require [...]
It does not matter what the legal situation is. If you ever have legal trouble of any kind, many people you know will want to give you legal advice. Everyone seems to know someone else who once had the same problem as you and they know exactly what you should [...]
The good news is that now you know the Traffic Ticket Team's Golden Rule, NEVER PAY A TRAFFIC TICKET! Thus, you won't get caught up in the cycle of points, increased insurance and suspended drivers license again. The bad news is that the ticket you "just paid" will be on [...]
Just as some people behave arrogantly about not ever receiving a traffic ticket, there are those who are equally boastful about never having a traffic accident. Just as I tell those who brag about not getting a traffic ticket, "Bragging is like the kiss of death. Your turn is coming.” [...]
PROSTITUTION: We don't recommend anyone solicit a prostitute, but if you do, remember the following. If she has sneakers on, she is probably a cop and it's probably a sting. This way if she thinks you are dangerous, she can run from you. Or if you run, she can help [...]
With the Winter Holidays coming up, a lot of my clients have been asking me questions about Driving Under the Influence. Here are the three most common questions & answers: QUESTION #1: If I get pulled over, should I tell the Police when I have been drinking alcohol or I [...]
As a DUI Lawyer, I have seen just about every type of gimmick, trick, old wives tale and urban legend that exists concerning Driving Under the Influence. However, after reading about U.S. Border Agents stoping "foreign-looking" U.S. Citizens at non-boarder locations and asking for ID, I dug a little deeper. [...]
Sponsored by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Florida Department of Transportation, “Click it or Ticket” is in effect. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2013, 9,580 unbelted vehicle occupants were killed in motor vehicle crashes on the nation’s roads. Many of the [...]