FAQs
What is a DWI? Is It a Crime in Florida?
Florida does not have a crime under the title DWI or “Driving While Intoxicated.” Some states have DWI and/or DUI, “Driving Under the Influence,” and some states give it other criminal titles. However, in Florida, there is just one crime, DUI. Remember, the only sure way of avoiding the lifelong consequences of a DUI… Read More
What Impact Will Being Convicted of DUI Have on My Car Insurance Rates?
If you are convicted of a DUI/DWI, your insurance rates will skyrocket! This is because of a new Florida law that went into effect in 2007, which requires anyone with a DUI conviction to purchase significantly higher cost insurance. This could cost you as much as $20,000 over the next 3 to 5 years…. Read More
How Can I Be Over the Legal Limit After Only One Drink?
When considering the legal limit for alcohol consumption, the number of ounces of alcohol in the drinks you consume matters more than the number of drinks you had – and not all drinks are the same. A single mixed drink may have 3 ounces of alcohol in it, which is the equivalent of 3… Read More
