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Limo driver charged with DUI on the way to prom

On behalf of Andrew D. Washor P.A. posted in Misdemeanors on Tuesday, May 21, 2013.

Riding in a limo is often reserved for special occasions. Limos allow the passengers the ability to enjoy the ride without worrying about driving or, if old enough, drinking and driving. The purpose of a limo is to avoid drunk driving situations.

Unfortunately, this was not the case for a group of high school students on their way to the prom recently. On Saturday, the driver of a limo who was transporting the students to the prom was arrested on suspicion of drunk driving. His blood alcohol level was nearly three times the legal limit.

Florida high school student faces felony charges

On behalf of Andrew D. Washor P.A. posted in Felonies on Friday, May 17, 2013.

Criminal charges can carry serious and substantial charges. But if the charged individual faces felony charges, the stakes are already raised. Felonies almost always involve jail time of over a year and fines that can range into the thousands of dollars.

A 16-year-old Florida student is currently facing two felony charges for an incident at her high school. The student allegedly mixed a few household chemicals together at school in a small water bottle. The mixture caused the cap of the bottle to fly off and produced a lot of smoke, though there were no damages or injuries. The student reported the incident and said that she did not intend to create an explosion.

Florida man arrested for second DUI in three days

On behalf of Andrew D. Washor P.A. posted in Misdemeanors on Monday, May 6, 2013.

Driving is a convenient and efficient way to travel. But the state has in place many rules to control what a driver can and cannot do. One rule is to prevent drunk driving.

Drunk driving charges can range from a misdemeanor to felony. Most first offenses are only misdemeanors but some may become felonies based on aggravating circumstances or the number of past convictions.

Domestic violence incident leaves Miami woman dead

On behalf of Andrew D. Washor P.A. posted in Domestic Violence on Thursday, May 2, 2013.

Having a boyfriend or girlfriend can be a fulfilling and positive experience in any Florida resident's adult life. It can provide someone with a best friend and partner in everyday activities. Unfortunately, all couples fight. In some cases, these disputes can get out of control and lead to domestic violence charges.

Some domestic violence charges stem from an argument that just gets a little out of hand. Usually the couple is able to rationally talk about the incident after a short cooling off period. However, in other cases, one partner may be fearful of his or her life. This is why domestic violence charges can be severe and damaging to one's life and reputation.

Man arrested in Florida after fleeing DUI arrest

On behalf of Andrew D. Washor P.A. posted in Misdemeanors on Tuesday, April 23, 2013.

Driving is a privilege that a state offers to its residents. It allows an individual to have freedom and convenience to get around, but with that freedom comes rules. Most states categorize breaking rules related to drunk driving as misdemeanors, but breaking these rules still can carry hefty penalties.

A Florida man was arrested Wednesday morning on suspicions of drunk driving, as well as other charges. He had his initial appearance in court today where the judge ordered him to either remain in jail or post $30,000 bail.

Florida hotel owner arrested for drug charges at airport

On behalf of Andrew D. Washor P.A. posted in Drug Charges on Wednesday, April 17, 2013.

With Florida being near many ports and other countries, there ends up being an increase in drugs in the area. Unfortunately, this can lead to an increase in arrests on drug charges. Drug charges can range from misdemeanors to felonies.

Earlier this week, a well-known South Beach hotel owner was arrested at the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport on drug charges. He was found to be in possession of heroin, cocaine and other controlled substances at the airport. He was stopped at a Transportation and Security Administration checkpoint on Tuesday.

Florida man stopped for drinking and driving with kids in car

On behalf of Andrew D. Washor P.A. posted in Misdemeanors on Thursday, April 11, 2013.

Driving after drinking can be a dangerous and deadly combination. A drunk driving arrest can leave a driver facing jail time, substantial fines and a suspended license. Even though drunk driving is generally only a misdemeanor charge, it can lead to serious consequences.

A Florida man was stopped on March 31 for allegedly going 87 miles per hour in a 55 mile per hour zone just north of Key West. The police attempted to pull the man over, but the driver reportedly increased the vehicle's speed to up to 127 miles per hour on Overseas Highway. When the police were finally able to get the driver to pull over, they found three children in the car with the driver.

Ex-NFL star attempts to resolve domestic violence case

On behalf of Andrew D. Washor P.A. posted in Domestic Violence on Monday, April 1, 2013.

No relationship is perfect. All couples fight, though some more often than others. And in some cases, a fight can get out of control and lead to violence. A charge for domestic violence is very serious and should be treated as such.

The former NFL wide receiver appeared in court Monday to show that he fulfilled his requirements for a domestic abuse charge. He was required to complete probation and counseling from an August incident. He originally plead not guilty to the charge but later changed his plea to no contest. Then he was sentenced to counseling and probation.

Drunk driving arrest for Florida mayor

On behalf of Andrew D. Washor P.A. posted in Misdemeanors on Monday, March 25, 2013.

Drinking is a common pastime of many Americans. But when drinking is combined with driving, it can lead to serious consequences for the driver. Drunk driving is one of the most common misdemeanor criminal charges with some of the harshest penalties.

But drunk driving is a mistake anyone can make. The mayor of Gainesville, FL was arrested Thursday for DUI and property damage. The arrest occurred around 4:00 am. The police were called to the scene after a report of a suspicious vehicle; the mayor was found in his vehicle in a ditch with flat tires. He allegedly fell asleep behind the wheel after drinking.

Criminal defense procedures seek to prevent wrongful convictions

On behalf of Andrew D. Washor P.A. posted in Criminal Defense on Wednesday, March 20, 2013.

There are many different crimes with which a Broward resident can be charged. Crimes range from misdemeanors to felonies with a wide range of potential consequences. The police have specific procedures that must be followed in order to convict an individual of a crime, whether a traffic offense or first degree murder. The law has safeguards, like criminal defense procedure, in place to try and ensure that no one wrongly accused of a crime is convicted. Unfortunately, wrongful convictions still occur.

One man who was in prison for over 25 years for a crime he did not commit had his conviction overturned and was recently released. The crime occurred in 1983 when a Miramar woman was raped and murdered. A 15-year-old mentally challenged boy went in to the station to take a polygraph as a witness of the crime. A few hours later, the teen became a suspect after allegedly confessing to being involved. That confession was the turning point that made him the prime suspect.

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