Category Archives: DUI And Criminal Defense
What Happens if You Get a DUI?
If you are arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) in Florida, you will be integrated into the state’s criminal justice system. Upon your arrest, you will be taken to the nearest station or headquarters of the arresting officer, where you will be fingerprinted. The arresting officer will enter your charging information and police… Read More
How Long Does a DUI Stay on Your Record?
DUI convictions in Florida remain on your record for 75 years after the conviction. If you are convicted of any crime in Florida, the conviction will become a part of your criminal record. This public record is a full summary of any convictions, arrests, time served on probation, and other interactions you have had… Read More
Know your Rights: What to do if you’re pulled over for a DUI
If you are pulled over for suspected driving under the influence (DUI), it is important to know your rights. Here at Meldon Law, we have successfully defended hundreds of DUI cases. This article will provide you with what to do during a DUI investigation. What is a DUI? Under Florida law, a person is… Read More
What Is Probable Cause And How Can It Affect A Criminal Defense Case?
Probable cause is a requirement that law enforcement personnel are required to meet in order to issue a warrant, conduct a search, or to make an arrest. It can also be used to justify warrantless searches and arrests if there is an urgent situation. It is an important part of the Fourth Amendment, which… Read More
Unlawful Carry Of Concealed Firearm
In the State of Florida, a person may carry a concealed firearm, as long as they have a valid concealed weapons permit (CWP), if a person has a concealed firearm and they don’t have a CWP they can be charged with a third (3rd) degree felony which carries a maximum penalty of five (5)… Read More
What happens At First Appearance?
In the State of Florida when a person is arrested a person is set to see a Judge within a twenty-four-hour period (24) barring some unusual circumstance. In certain counties there is a set bond or bail schedule, this allows for an officer to give the defendant a pre-determined bond or bail amount… Read More
Weird Parking Job Leads To DUI Arrest
Intoxication can affect a person’s judgment and make it harder for them to do various tasks, including parking. A Florida man was recently arrested for DUI after his unusual parking job. On August 30, police in Clearwater located a Lexus RX hanging off a seawall over Clearwater Bay. The SUV was parked on Coronado… Read More
I Wasn’t Read My Rights
Just because a person was arrested does not mean they have to be read their right (Miranda Warnings), on the flip side a person could be read Miranda and not arrested. The Miranda Warning informs a person of some of the rights or protections you have during a criminal investigation or post-arrest. The first… Read More
But I Wasn’t Driving
A common misconception is that you can’t get arrested for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) if you aren’t driving, which would make sense because driving is literally in the title of the offense. However, you don’t need to be driving a vehicle to be convicted of driving under the influence (DUI), let alone arrested… Read More
Court Date FAQs
As a defendant, navigating the criminal justice system can be a daunting task, with multiple court dates, referred to by many different names, all accomplishing different goals. The following are frequently asked questions about court dates to help walk you through the process of your court case. What Is First Appearance? The first appearance… Read More