FACING A DUI CHARGE
Florida Statutes, the driver of a vehicle must operate it as feasibly as possible within one lane and not move from that lane until the driver determines that the vehicle can do so safely. In the case of Jordan v. State, 831 So.2d 1241 (Fla. 5th DCA 2002), the court held that the applicable statute recognizes it’s “not practicable, perhaps not even possible, for a motorist to maintain a single lane at all times and that the crucial concern is safety rather than precision.” CHANGING LANES WITHOUT SIGNALING Failing to signal while you’re changing lanes or turning doesn’t mean you committed a traffic infraction. Many lawyers fail to see this problem and believe the basis for the stop is valid, when in reality, it isn’t. To violate the relevant state statute, a motorist is only required to use a turn signal when another vehicle is affected by a turn from the highway. When you’re looking for representation, do some research and ask around to make sure you find a lawyer who can recognize these problems. It could make all the difference in your case.
DUI law is extremely complex. DUI law changes often, and trusting someone else with your freedom once you’ve been accused of a DUI can be extremely difficult. However, there’s one certainty in DUI defense: You cannot challenge and prevail on any issue your lawyer doesn’t recognize. Below are a few potential problems that could lead to evidence being suppressed and your charges being dismissed during your DUI case. A VALID STOP When a police officer makes a valid stop, they need to swear and testify they had a reasonable suspicion to pull you over. They need to prove, without a doubt, that the criminal traffic violation you’re being accused of is the reason they needed to get you off the road. There are plenty of times when an officer pulls you over on a hunch, which is not enough to hold over in court. WEAVING ‘WITHIN THE LANE’ This is one of the most common problems in a DUI case and something that officers love citing as a basis for a stop. Sadly, it’s also something that many lawyers fail to recognize. For a driver to be accused of 316.089 (1) in the
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Shrimp Sausage Skewers Ingredients
Creole Seasoning Ingredients • 2 tablespoons paprika • 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder • 1/2 tablespoon onion powder •
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1/2 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
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1/2 pound cooked sausage, cut into 1-inch pieces
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2 zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 tablespoon cayenne or chili powder
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Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
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1/4 tablespoon dried oregano
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1/4 tablespoon dried thyme
Instructions
4. Add creole seasoning and mix well until all ingredients are covered. 5. Load up skewers with alternating pieces of shrimp, sausage, and zucchini until they’re full. 6. Grill skewers until shrimp are well-cooked (6–8 minutes).
1. Heat your grill to medium-high. 2. In a bowl, combine all ingredients for creole seasoning. 3. In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, zucchini pieces, and sausage pieces, and cover them with the olive oil.
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