CAN PRESCRIPTION MEDICATIONS LEAD TO A DUI CHARGE? When you think about a DUI, you probably assume the driver had consumed alcohol. But did you know that in Florida, you can be arrested and charged with a DUI if you’re under the influence of prescription drugs? Although DUI cases involving prescription drugs are sometimes more difficult to prosecute, the penalties can be the same as a drinking and driving case. Here are some commonly asked questions about DUI cases involving prescription drugs. How can prescription drugs impair your driving? In Florida, a DUI is considered driving under the influence of a substance that affects your regular faculties, and symptoms of prescription and over-the-counter drug usage are impaired vision, hearing, speech, judgment, and coordination as well as drowsiness and nausea. All of these symptoms can affect your driving skills and could be the reason you cause an accident. If you have a valid prescription for your medical needs, DUI charges can still apply to you. If you don’t have a valid prescription from your medical provider, you could be charged with drug possession. What prescription drug can impair your driving? Most drug-related DUI cases involve painkillers and medications used to treat anxiety, depression, and panic attacks. Some of the most common medications seen within a drug-related DUI case include Vicodin, OxyContin, codeine, fentanyl, morphine, Valium, and Xanax.
Can a breath analysis test be used? For the most part, prescription drugs will not register on a breath analysis test. Instead, a law enforcement officer can use a field sobriety test to help them determine if you are driving under the influence. This test includes assessing your balance and coordination. In more severe cases, police officers can use a urine test or a blood test to see if there are any drugs in your system. These tests are often used if there is a serious injury or death. Have you been charged with a DUI concerning prescription drugs? The Law Offices of Matthew Konecky can look at your case and see how long the drugs were in your body and how the police handled your arrest. We have the resources to fight these sorts of prescription drug DUI cases. Call us with any questions or concerns regarding your case.
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Simple Bok Choy Chicken Soup Cooking With Ashley
Is the chill of winter lingering? A hot bowl of this Asian-inspired soup will warm you right up! Our recipe makes 4–5 servings.
Ingredients
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3 cups chicken broth 1 tsp red pepper flakes
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1 garlic clove, chopped
10 leaves bok choy, thinly sliced 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
2 tsp soy sauce 2 tsp sesame oil
Directions
1. In a medium saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. 2. Stir in red pepper flakes, soy sauce, sesame oil, and garlic. 3. Add bok choy leaves and rotisserie chicken. Simmer for 10 minutes or until the bok choy is dark green and tender. 4. Enjoy with slices of your favorite whole-wheat bread!
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