There are three very good reasons you should have an attorney request a formal review hearing in Okaloosa County after a DUI. If you need driving privileges, read on. By requesting the formal review hearing, and if you are otherwise eligible, you can obtain a hardship license (or permit) to … [Read more...] about What Are The Benefits Of Requesting A Formal Review Hearing After My DUI Arrest In Okaloosa County?
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What Happens At A DUI Formal Review Hearing In Okaloosa County For the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles?
You generally have three choices when faced with a DUI administrative suspension at a hearing in Okaloosa County or Walton County. Here are your options: Request a Waiver Review. This only applies to Florida residents. Out of state defendants are not allowed to do waiver reviews locally. This … [Read more...] about What Happens At A DUI Formal Review Hearing In Okaloosa County For the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles?
The 6 Commandments – Dealing With Police During A Police Stop or Criminal Investigation In Okaloosa County
Many people in Okaloosa & Walton County ask me as a criminal defense attorney, "What am I allowed to say to law enforcement and police when being arrested or under a criminal investigation?" The easiest way to answer this question is to make it simple for the client. So on the back of my … [Read more...] about The 6 Commandments – Dealing With Police During A Police Stop or Criminal Investigation In Okaloosa County
Reckless Driving Case Dismissed In Okaloosa County
Our client was charged with Reckless Driving and Speeding. Clearly, our focus from the beginning was to focus on getting the Reckless Driving charge dismissed if possible. That was our priority because the Reckless Driving arrest was a criminal offense, punishable by up to 60 days in Okaloosa … [Read more...] about Reckless Driving Case Dismissed In Okaloosa County
What Can Happen If You Are A Student & Are Convicted Of A Drug Charge In Okaloosa County, Florida?
Beyond the typical sanctions that one could receive as a part of your sentence in Okaloosa County, if convicted on drug charges, like court costs, fines, jail or prison time, probation, drug evaluations, drug testing and urinalysis, and community service; there are many other penalties that many … [Read more...] about What Can Happen If You Are A Student & Are Convicted Of A Drug Charge In Okaloosa County, Florida?
The Differences In Felony and Misdemeanor Possession of Marijuana or Cannabis in Okaloosa County
In Florida, and specifically Okaloosa County & Walton County, we see various types of charges relating to marijuana possession. Clearly, the most common charges are Possession of Marijuana under 20 grams and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. These are both first degree misdemeanors and are … [Read more...] about The Differences In Felony and Misdemeanor Possession of Marijuana or Cannabis in Okaloosa County