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June 24, 2024 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving/DUI Social Share

SR-22 or FR-44 insurance certifications are meant for high-risk drivers, and generally are filed to restore someone’s driving privileges in the event of a driving-related offense such as Driving Under the Influence (DUI). SR-22s and FR-44s prove to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) that higher-risk drivers carry required liability coverage. SR-22s and FR-44s are insurance …

June 4, 2024 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving/DUI Social Share

DUI charges in Florida can be dropped, though it’s not guaranteed. Here’s a breakdown of situations where dismissal might be achievable in the event you hire an experienced DUI defense attorney. Errors by Law Enforcement Improper Stop: If the police officer lacked a valid reason to pull you over, the entire case could be thrown out. Examples include broken tail …

April 9, 2024 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving/DUI, News & Announcements Social Share

There are certain instances in which law enforcement conduct a traffic stop operation to prevent accidents and apprehend those who get behind the wheel of a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances. This can include during school breaks or holidays expected to have excessive drinking. In Hillsborough County, the sheriff’s office recently conducted a traffic stop …

March 6, 2024 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving/DUI, News & Announcements Social Share

Florida legislators are seeking to pass two new bills to prevent the increasing drunk driving cases. Citizens should be made aware of the new implications that can arise if the two pieces of legislation pass into law. Under SB 232 and SB 260, lawmakers are attempting to make a first refusal for a breath test a criminal offense and would …

November 22, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving/DUI, Juvenile Offenses Social Share

Driving under the influence (DUI) of drugs or alcohol is extremely dangerous to yourself and others on the road. Not only can you cause property damage and serious injuries, but accidents caused by drunk drivers can also lead to the unexpected and untimely death of innocent victims. In the state of Florida, this is considered DUI manslaughter. DUI manslaughter has …

October 26, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving/DUI, News & Announcements Social Share

The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office arrested a woman in Key Largo after a traffic violation turned into a suspected DUI. The Local 10 reported that Michele Lee Burke, 54, was driving on the Overseas Highway when she failed to move over into the left lane while passing two deputies conducting a traffic stop. Under the amended Move Over Law, drivers …

August 28, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving/DUI Social Share

Certain offenses in Florida can result in a person losing their ability to drive. This can occur through the suspension or revocation of a driver’s license, either for driving under the influence (DUI) or another qualifying offense. When a Florida driver has their license suspended or revoked, they can apply for a restricted driving privilege through a hardship license or …

July 26, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving/DUI Social Share

Each summer the 4th of July rolls around with a day filled with celebration, fireworks, and honoring the nation. However, it is also one of the most dangerous days on the road for drunk driving. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were an estimated 1,460 drivers killed between 2017 to 2021 in motor vehicle accidents during …

July 17, 2023 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving/DUI Social Share

Drunk driving with a child in the car is a grave offense that jeopardizes not only the safety of the driver but also the well-being of an innocent child and the other drivers on the road. Florida takes any DUI offense seriously, with enhanced penalties in place to protect vulnerable passengers. For any person facing charges for DUI with a …