Fighting a DUI Charge in Florida If you’ve been arrested for DUI, you could face jail, fines, a suspended license, and an embarrassing criminal record. It’s essential that you take a proactive approach to your defense. Weinstein Legal represents individuals accused of drunk driving in Central and South Florida. Call today to discuss the circumstances surrounding your arrest with our experienced DUI attorney. What Happens During a DUI Arrest? In Florida, an officer making a DUI arrest must adhere to strict protocols. If they deviate from these steps, a DUI Lawyer can file a motion to suppress e ..read more

It’s a phone call that no one wants to get. “I’m in jail, and I need you to bail me out.” Calls like this never come at a convenient time, so it’s helpful to be able to reference an article like this to ensure that you’re following the proper steps for getting your loved one out of jail. The bail process is different from state to state, so if you aren’t in Florida, consult a local criminal defense attorney or bail bond agency to find out the process. In Broward, Palm Beach, and Orange counties, Weinstein Legal can guide you through the steps and handle what’s to follow. What is Bail? Bail is ..read more

Whether you realize it or not, hiring a criminal defense lawyer is the most critical decision of your life. This is the person who can make a difference between you losing your liberty and livelihood or walking away with minor or no penalties. Whether you’ve been charged with a crime or you know you’re under investigation for a criminal offense, the time to contact a criminal defense lawyer is now. But if you’re like many defendants, you may have no idea how to go about choosing a criminal defense lawyer. By the end of this article, you should have the requisite knowledge to help you make a go ..read more

If you’ve received probation in lieu of jail or prison time, you already know how challenging it can be at times to avoid a violation. Maybe you slipped up and relapsed before your drug test, you missed curfew, or you were arrested on a new charge. If you know that your probation officer is planning to charge you with a violation of probation, you’re probably wondering what will happen next. That often depends on the underlying crime and the reason for your violation. GET YOUR FREE CONSULTATION Is VOP a Misdemeanor or a Felony? Although you can go to jail or prison for violating the ter ..read more

The Florida criminal justice system makes it extraordinarily easy for the alleged victims of domestic crimes and other offenses to obtain restraining orders. If you’ve been served with a domestic violence injunction or another type of restraining order, it’s vital you don’t make matters worse for yourself by inadvertently or intentionally violating it. As the respondent of an injunction or the defendant of a criminal charge, you have legal rights. Contact a criminal defense today for professional legal representation. The Restraining Order Application Process Whether you’re in Orange, Broward ..read more

How many DUIs is a felony in Florida, and are there any circumstances under which a first-time offense can be a felony charge? As experienced DUI criminal defense attorneys, we hear these questions from clients quite frequently. There are several scenarios outside of repeat DUI offenses that can cause the charge to be a felony, which can have long-lasting negative impacts on your life upon conviction. If you or a loved one are facing either a misdemeanor or felony charge for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) in Florida, contact the team at Weinstein Legal today and ask to speak with defense at ..read more

How has the pandemic impacted driving in the United States? The answer may surprise you. With lockdowns, we are all driving less, and many of us are delighted to be rid of our commutes to and from work. On the rare occasions we do drive, we find less crowded roadways. With fewer emissions from vehicles, we are lessening our impact on the environment, too. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) measures vehicle miles traveled (VMT) every year, and their preliminary data for 2020 suggests that VMT decreased by 13.2%, a reduction of about 430,200,000,000 miles. It may seem like the decline in ..read more