Tag Archives: Criminal Evidence
Direct And Circumstantial Evidence In DUI Cases
Now that the United States Supreme Court has legalized refusal-to-submit laws, at least to some extent, more DUI prosecutions will probably be based on direct evidence of intoxication. Blood draws are the most accurate way to measure a person’s blood alcohol content (BAC), but peace officers must obtain search warrants prior to blood draws,… Read More »
Evidence Collection In Criminal Cases
It is a common myth that St. Lucie County criminal defendants must “prove” their innocence. If the matter goes to trial, the defendant does not have to “prove” anything. Instead, the prosecutor has the burden of proof to establish guilt beyond a reasonable doubt; as a matter of fact, it is not uncommon for… Read More »
Criminal Update
A Boynton Beach woman faces multiple charges, including DUI and child abuse, after a stop along I-95 in Broward County. Prior to the stop, Florida Highway Patrol officers received reports of a red car driving on its rims on Hollywood Boulevard. A short time later, troopers spotted a red Kia with severe rim damage… Read More »