Month: May 2025

Subpoena Decus Tecum for the DUI Video in a Formal Review Hearing

In a formal review hearing, we have always served a subpoena duces tecum to the officers for any video related to the DUI arrest. Watching the video before the formal review hearing is critical. The DHSMV does not make it easy to get those videos, but with a bit of planning, it can be done. […]

Written by Leslie Sammis on May 8, 2025

Understanding Florida’s Racing on Street or Highway Law

Racing on streets or highways is a serious criminal offense in Florida. Many people underestimate its consequences until they face charges. Florida Statute 316.191 outlines the laws and penalties related to street racing, which can result in severe consequences, including license suspensions, hefty fines, and even jail time. In this blog article, we’ll explore the […]

Written by Leslie Sammis on May 7, 2025

Can You Get a DUI on Private Property?

What happens when law enforcement officers enter the curtilage of the home or other private property without a warrant for a DUI investigation? The Fourth Amendment protects homes from unreasonable searches and seizures without a warrant unless the court finds an exception for an exigent circumstance. Those Fourth Amendment protections extend to the curtilage of […]

Written by Leslie Sammis on May 4, 2025

What Happens in Florida After an Out of State DUI Conviction?

We are often asked this question: “I reside in Florida and have a Florida driver’s license, but I just got arrested for DUI out of state, what impact will this have on my Florida driving privileges?” The arrest itself, even if accompanied by an administrative suspension of your driving privileges in the other state, will […]

Written by Leslie Sammis on May 3, 2025

Expunge Arrest Record in Florida Related to Out of State Case

What happens if you get arrested in Florida for a case that originated outside of Florida? When that case is resolved in the other case, you can petition to expunge your record there. When you receive that order, you or your attorney can send that order to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) to […]

Written by Leslie Sammis on May 2, 2025