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Lee Lockett named to the Florida Super Lawyers list

Attorney Lee Lockett named to the Florida Super Lawyers list We are pleased to announce that Lee Lockett, partner at Lockett Law,P.A., has been selected to the 2020 Florida Super Lawyers list. This is an exclusive list, recognizing no more than five percent of attorneys in the state. Lee Lockett is proud to be named once … Continue reading “Lee Lockett named to the Florida Super Lawyers list”

Covid-19: DMV IN DISARRAY DURING COVID-19?

DMV IN DISARRAY DURING COVID-19? Answers to some very important issues regarding DMV office closures and issuance of hardship licenses. With all the madness surrounding state office and courthouse closures over the past two weeks, many Floridians have found themselves stuck without a driving privilege and without a “go to” source for information. Florida’s Bureau … Continue reading “Covid-19: DMV IN DISARRAY DURING COVID-19?”

Covid-19: ‘SHOULD I STAY OR SHOULD I GO’?

‘SHOULD I STAY OR SHOULD I GO’? This classic by the Clash hits home in 2020. The words ring eerily similar to our current state of affairs: “Should I stay or should I go now? If I go there will be trouble. And if I stay                there will be double. So ya gotta let … Continue reading “Covid-19: ‘SHOULD I STAY OR SHOULD I GO’?”

Covid-19: AREA COURT CLOSURES AND THINGS TO KNOW ON HOW TO GET YOUR CASE MOVING!

Covid-19: AREA COURT CLOSURES AND THINGS TO KNOW ON HOW TO GET YOUR CASE MOVING! The COVID-19 Pandemic has created shockwaves throughout the nation’s court system like nothing before. High courts are issuing stays of constitutional rights such as one’s right to a speedy trial as well as implementing hard to understand restrictions on who … Continue reading “Covid-19: AREA COURT CLOSURES AND THINGS TO KNOW ON HOW TO GET YOUR CASE MOVING!”

Understanding the Juvenile Criminal Justice System in Jacksonville

Understanding the Juvenile Criminal Justice System in Jacksonville The vast majority of juveniles in the Florida juvenile justice system have been arrested for minor juvenile crimes and infractions, such as truancy, marijuana possession, vandalism, and disorderly conduct. These young teens may have failed a drug test, skipped school, or fallen into the wrong crowd. Because … Continue reading “Understanding the Juvenile Criminal Justice System in Jacksonville”

Jacksonville Ranks Third in Florida Drunk Driving Fatalities

Jacksonville Ranks Third in Florida Drunk Driving Fatalities A new study published by Lending Tree examined the cities in Florida where drivers were most likely to get into a fatal drunk driving accident. Jacksonville ranked third in the state for deadly DUI accidents, just behind Sarasota and Lakeland. While DUI deaths were down 6% across … Continue reading “Jacksonville Ranks Third in Florida Drunk Driving Fatalities”

Don’t Get a DUI This Memorial Day

Don’t Get a DUI This Memorial Day Jacksonville is the third-worst city in Florida when comes to getting involved in a deadly DUI crash. While Florida has seen a 6% decrease in DUI fatalities across the state, DUIs and DUI fatalities often increase in the summer months, especially around holidays and long weekends. As the … Continue reading “Don’t Get a DUI This Memorial Day”

Can Your Medicine Cabinet Cause You to Fail a Field Sobriety Test?

The Medications in Your Medicine Cabinet Could Cause Your DUI Arrest Being pulled over for drunk driving can be nerve-wracking, even when you haven’t been drinking. The officer may treat you harshly or ask you to take a field sobriety test if they believe that you have been driving under the influence of alcohol. When … Continue reading “Can Your Medicine Cabinet Cause You to Fail a Field Sobriety Test?”

Understanding DUI Manslaughter in Jacksonville

DUI Manslaughter in Jacksonville In 2017, there were 515 fatalities due to DUIs in the state of Florida. While DUI fatalities decreased across the state in recent years, they are still unreasonably high in Jacksonville, Florida. According to DUI statistics, Jacksonville had the highest number of absolute DUI deaths within its’ borders over the last … Continue reading “Understanding DUI Manslaughter in Jacksonville”

What is Included in a DUI Police Report?

What is Included in a DUI Police Report? If you have been arrested and charged with a DUI in Jacksonville, one of the first steps you should take is to obtain a copy of the police report. The police report will be an invaluable tool for your criminal defense attorney and can help you better … Continue reading “What is Included in a DUI Police Report?”