From the Law Blog: Can You Get a DUI on a Lawn Mower?
A couple of years ago, a St. Lucie County man was arrested for DUI when riding on a lawn mower. In May, a Polk County man was arrested for DUI. He was caught after hitting an officer’s car with his lawn mower. The fact is, you can get a DUI on just about anything that moves. Everybody assumes that a DUI means a car or truck, but you can also get a BUI (boating under the influence). DUIs aren’t just reserved for boats and cars — they are for any vehicle. How do you know what qualifies as a vehicle? Under Florida Statute 316.003, a vehicle is defined as “[E]very device in, upon, or by which any person or property is or may be transported or drawn upon a highway, except personal delivery devices and devices used exclusively upon stationary rails or tracks.” This means virtually everything you can drive or ride on can be considered a vehicle. Under 316.003, bicycles and autonomous cars are also considered vehicles.
• DUI on a forklift. Comedian Steve Jessup got popped for DUI on a forklift. He was apparently drunk and high when charged. (Steve Jessup got arrested on a lawn mower too!) Okay — those last two examples were from comedy videos produced by Jessup, but they do highlight what can happen when you drive drunk on any type of vehicle. Jessup may be poking fun, but we can’t ignore the serious message.
If you drink and get in or on any vehicle, you can be pulled over and charged with DUI.
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So, looking at state statutes 316.193 and 316.003, here are some examples of DUIs you never thought about:
• DUI on a horse. A Polk County woman was arrested for DUI on a horse. Does a horse qualify as a vehicle? Yes. • DUI on a bike. A person in Pinellas County was stopped for DUI on his bicycle — he was riding on the sidewalk without a headlight at night.
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Cooking With Ashley
Supercharged Avocado and Chickpea Salad
Ingredients: •
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1/2 red onion, diced
1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
Juice of 1 lime
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2 small avocados, diced
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 handful cilantro, chopped (stems optional)
Directions
1. In a mixing bowl, toss all solid ingredients, then add the lime juice. 2. Season with salt and pepper, then serve.
Recipe adapted from Two Peas and Their Pot
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