by seligman | Jun 22, 2012 | Fort Lauderdale Criminal Defense Blog
Arrested in Broward County, Ft Lauderdale Florida. Do not plead guilty until you talk to Guy Seligman. With over 2 decades in Broward he is ready to fight for you. Arrested for a DUI, felony or misdemeanor contact us first for first class Ft Lauderdale criminal defense. Regardless of your arrest and prior convictions Guy Seligman has the resources to handle your criminal case. He has successfully represented state and federal criminal charges throughout the state of Florida. Guy Seligman will work hard to provide you with the first-classxcriminal defense that you deserve. Criminal and civil penalties for drunk driving can be severe and often include: Loss or suspension of license Large fines Substance-abuse treatment Jail or prison time Community service Restitution Criminal record Restrictive probationary license programs, including ignition interlock devices and Cinderella licenses You can be arrested for just about any crime in Broward County, Ft Lauderdale Florida. In our over 2 decades defensing the arrested we have seen all kinds of arrests: Vagrancy (less than $5 in your pocket), Loitering, Trespassing, Conspiracy, Indecent exposure, No ID, Failure to answer a question, Failure to follow an order, Out after curfew, Jaywalking, Congregating, disturbance Criminal Charges we have defended over the years include Aiding & Abetting / Accessory, Assault / Battery, Drug Possession, Burglary, Theft / Larceny, Serious crimes we have defended Arson, Aggravated Assault / Battery, Attempt, Bribery, Child Abandonment, Child Abuse, Child Pornography Computer Crime Conspiracy Credit / Debit Card Fraud Criminal Contempt of Court Cyber Bullying Disorderly...
by seligman | Jun 22, 2012 | Fort Lauderdale Criminal Defense Blog
Has your Florida drivers license been suspended or revoked for medical reasons? Call the Miami, Ft Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, Orlando, Tampa, Ft Myers drivers license restoration law Office. The DMV may restrict, suspend or revoke the drivers license of a driver for a medical reason such as: a serious memory disorder, diabetes mellitus or lapses of consciousness. If this happens, you must request a hearing immediately. Guy Seligman, your Florida drivers license suspension lawyer is are quite successful at getting your drivers license returnied to you. He knows you need to drive and can help you. He will request a hearing for you and represent you at the DMV. Florida Statutes Section 322.34 provides for two types of offenses for Driving While License Suspended or Revoked in Florida: Driving while License Suspended WITHOUT Knowledge (a civil infraction); or Driving while License Suspended WITH Knowledge (a criminal offense). I've been denied a license due to medical reasons (seizures, neurological conditions). What can I do? Because every medical condition is different, the best option is to contact our Medical Review Section at 850/617-3814. Each case will be evaluated and you'll be advised of the necessary procedures. Your driver license will be revoked. If requested by DHSMV to submit a medical report, you must mail the required medical information to: The Bureau of Motorist Compliance Medical Section 2900 Apalachee Parkway – MS 86 Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0570 The Medical Board will make a recommendation to the department and the department will advise you of the decision. If you lost your drivers license due to medical reasons call the Drivers License...
by seligman | Jun 22, 2012 | Fort Lauderdale Criminal Defense Blog
Guy Seligman has been restoring Florida Drivers Licenses since 1980. he has you covered in Miami, Ft Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, Kissimmee, Daytona, Melbourne, Jacksonville, Orlando, Ocala, Winterhaven, Tavares, Clearwater, Tampa, Ft Myers and all of Florida. If your license was suspended in another state and now you are here in Florida some steps will need to be taken to restore your license where it was suspended to get you a Florida Drivers License. If your driver’s license has been suspended or revoked in the state of Florida we can attempt to get it restored for you. Your Florida driver’s license may be suspended for unpaid Florida traffic tickets. If you do not pay your traffic tickets in Florida the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles will suspend your driver’s license indefinitely. This means that your Florida driver’s license will be suspended until you have paid all of your tickets. This can be from any city in Florida including Ft Lauderdale, Miami, West Palm or Orlando. Do not pay the tickets until you speak to a Florida License suspension lawyer to make sure that the additional points will not cause your license to be suspended anyway. According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, your Florida drivers license will be suspended after your receive 12 points or more within a certain time period. Let's take a look at the law: If you receive 12 points within a 12-month period, your Florida driver’s license will be suspended for 30 days. If you get 18 points within 18 months, your Florida driver’s license is going...
by seligman | Jun 20, 2012 | Fort Lauderdale Criminal Defense Blog
Florida DUI and administrative suspension laws are reviewed in preparing a DUI defense case for you. If you have been arrested for a DUI in Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Coral Springs, Pompano, Deerfield or any place in Broward County Florida it is important to hire an experienced DUI defense lawyer. Guy Seligman brings 23 years experience in DUI defense to the courtroom. Discussion of DUI in Florida * Disclaimer: This summary was prepared by the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles and should be used as a reference only. Interested parties should refer to the full text of the law before drawing legal conclusions. Driving Under the Influence ( DUI ) of Alcoholic Beverages, Chemical Substances or Controlled Substances). s. 316.193, F.S. Under Florida law, DUI is one offense, proved by impairment of normal faculties or unlawful blood alcohol or breath alcohol level of .08 or above. The penalties upon conviction are the same, regardless of the manner in which the offense is proven. Fine Schedule s. 316.193(2)(a)-(b), F.S. First Conviction: Not less than $500, or more than $1,000. With Blood/Breath Alcohol Level (BAL) of .15 or higher or minor in the vehicle: Not less than $1,000, or more than $2,000. Second Conviction: Not less than $1,000, or more than $2,000. With BAL of .15 or higher or minor in the vehicle: Not less than $2,000, or more than $4,000. Third Conviction More than 10...
by seligman | Jun 19, 2012 | Fort Lauderdale Criminal Defense Blog
Drivers License Suspension Laws In Florida, Florida Department of Highway Safety The information below was obtained from the Department of Highway Safety. It is offered as a resource for individuals whose license to drive has been suspended. The law office of Guy Seligman is experienced in the restoration of a florida drivers lIcense. If your drivers license has been suspended you may be able to have your driving privileges restored. Contact the driver license restoration legal team today. Law Office of Guy Seligman 20 SE 9th St Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316 Phone: 954-760-7600 (Phone) and statewide 1 855-5-License A Look At the laws governing Drivers License Suspensions in Florida Impoundment of Immobilization of Vehicle s. 316.193 (6), F.S. Unless the family of the defendant has no other transportation: First conviction = 10 days; second conviction within 5 years = 30 days; third conviction within 10 years = 90 days. Impoundment or immobilization must not occur concurrently with incarceration. The court may dismiss the order of impoundment of any vehicles that are owned by the defendant if they are operated solely by the employees of the defendant or any business owned by the defendant. Driver License Revocation Periods for DUI-s. 322.271, F.S. and s. 322.28,F.S. A. First Conviction: Minimum 180 days revocation, maximum 1 year. B. Second Conviction Within 5 Years: Minimum 5 years revocation. May be eligible for hardship reinstatement after 1 year. Other 2nd offenders same as "A" above. C. Third Conviction Within 10 Years: Minimum 10 years revocation. May be eligible for hardship reinstatement after 2 years. Other 3rd offenders same as "A" above; one conviction more...
by seligman | Jun 18, 2012 | Fort Lauderdale Criminal Defense Blog
Ft Lauderdale Criminal Defense Lawyer If you or a loved one have been charged with a crime in Ft Lauderdale or anyplace in Broward County, you need a serious and experienced criminal defense attorney to protect your rights. Our criminal attorneys over two decades of experience defending crimes ranging from drunk driving(DUI) to murder and vehicular manslaughter. If you are being questioned by the Broward County police, it is imperative that you contact a criminal defense attorney immediately to protect your rights. Ft Lauderdale Criminal Defense Lawyer Fighting for Your Rights When someone is charged with a crime in Ft lauderdale, he or she faces the legal fight of a lifetime. Many people allow their fears and stress to dominate their judgment, and the result is that they don't take the steps necessary to protect their guaranteed legal rights and to build a strong defense. The Ft Lauderdale criminal lawyers of Guy Seligman Law understand this reality, and has successfully defended clients who have been faced a wide range of serious criminal charges. If you or a loved on it in trouble call us...
