One of the advantages of being a former police officer is that I have an intimate understanding of criminal investigation procedure. I can use that knowledge and experience to help provide you with a strong defense. With a background in criminal prosecution, I have a fundamental understanding of the strategies that will be used against you in court.
My prosecutorial experiences can help ensure you're prepared for any challenge. After earning my law degree in 2004, I began working as a criminal prosecutor in Florida's Thirteenth Judicial Circuit, handling a variety of cases. From DUI's and criminal traffic violations to drug offenses and felony crimes, I picked up valuable experience inside and outside the courtroom.
Now, my goal is to use that experience to defend my clients against whatever challenges they may be facing. Yes, a DUI conviction can be reduced to a reckless driving charge, and in some cases it can be reduced to a careless driving charge. However, that would be something where your attorney would have to investigate the case to determine if it is defendable.
My prosecutorial experiences can help ensure you're prepared for any challenge. After earning my law degree in 2004, I began working as a criminal prosecutor in Florida's Thirteenth Judicial Circuit, handling a variety of cases. From DUI's and criminal traffic violations to drug offenses and felony crimes, I picked up valuable experience inside and outside the courtroom.
Now, my goal is to use that experience to defend my clients against whatever challenges they may be facing. Yes, a DUI conviction can be reduced to a reckless driving charge, and in some cases it can be reduced to a careless driving charge. However, that would be something where your attorney would have to investigate the case to determine if it is defendable.
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My former career as a law enforcement officer has given me the first-hand knowledge and experience in the enforcement of laws of the State of Florida, the development of probable cause, articulation of reasonable suspicion, police report writing, collection of evidence, police pursuits, preserving a crime scene, taking witness statements, canvassing, proper police procedure, use of force, and adherence to an individual's constitutional rights during contact, arrest, interview and interrogation.
If you have been arrested then you may be faced with a daunting experience as you try to comprehend and navigate through the criminal justice process.
Our office can assist in preparing you for your first appearance in court and throughout the process of defending your case.
Below is a summary and explanation of the criminal procedure process which is intended for informational purposes only to serve as a brief outline.
A more comprehensive explanation may be provided during a consultation.
A law enforcement officer may make an arrest for either a felony, misdemeanor, violation of probation, arrest warrant, fresh pursuit, or issue a notice of appearance.
Our office can assist in preparing you for your first appearance in court and throughout the process of defending your case.
Below is a summary and explanation of the criminal procedure process which is intended for informational purposes only to serve as a brief outline.
A more comprehensive explanation may be provided during a consultation.
A law enforcement officer may make an arrest for either a felony, misdemeanor, violation of probation, arrest warrant, fresh pursuit, or issue a notice of appearance.
You can be arrested if you are driving (or in control) of the boat at the same time you are under the influence of alcohol and or other substances which impair your abilities.
There is nothing in the State Statute which specifically states your driver's license will/can be suspended because of a BUI.
However, if you have a subsequent DUI conviction the earlier BUI conviction will count as though it was a previous DUI conviction which will affect your driving privileges.
The driver/operator of the vessel does not have to perform Field Sobriety Exercises when asked to perform them, however, the law enforcement officer will probably make note of this refusal and may take it into consideration when determining whether you are BUI or not.
There is nothing in the State Statute which specifically states your driver's license will/can be suspended because of a BUI.
However, if you have a subsequent DUI conviction the earlier BUI conviction will count as though it was a previous DUI conviction which will affect your driving privileges.
The driver/operator of the vessel does not have to perform Field Sobriety Exercises when asked to perform them, however, the law enforcement officer will probably make note of this refusal and may take it into consideration when determining whether you are BUI or not.
An arrest for DUI can be an overwhelming and confusing time as one is confronted with the criminal and civil process simultaneously.
If you have been arrested for DUI, you may want to consider your legal options and understand the criminal and civil process prior to going to court.
A DUI conviction may lead to a suspension of your driver's license, criminal penalties, and an increase in your car insurance.
When defending a DUI case, I treat each case differently, as no two cases are alike.
Each case contains separate facts and circumstances which may be imperative in the defense of your case.
If you have been arrested for DUI, you may want to consider your legal options and understand the criminal and civil process prior to going to court.
A DUI conviction may lead to a suspension of your driver's license, criminal penalties, and an increase in your car insurance.
When defending a DUI case, I treat each case differently, as no two cases are alike.
Each case contains separate facts and circumstances which may be imperative in the defense of your case.
The Law Office of Venessa Bornost, P.A., handles traffic court cases in Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando, Hillsborough, and Citrus Counties.
Before you pay that traffic ticket you may want to consult with an attorney.
Traffic Tickets may have a financial impact on your insurance rates, driving history record, employment, and in some cases your criminal record.
Before you pay that traffic ticket you may want to consult with an attorney.
Traffic Tickets may have a financial impact on your insurance rates, driving history record, employment, and in some cases your criminal record.
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