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Florida’s Halo Law May Expand to Federal Agents: What This Means for Your Rights

Florida’s controversial “Halo Law” may soon expand—potentially affecting how close citizens can stand near federal law enforcement officers and whether they can record federal agents in public. A newly proposed expansion could significantly increase the scope of this law and raise important constitutional and practical concerns.
Police officer using breathalyzer to test driver's alcohol level outside car.

Is Your DUI Sentence Illegal?

One of the most common cases people can run into is misdemeanor DUI. Drinking has been a major hobby for millions of Americans for decades, and everyone knows someone who has had a DUI. What they don't know is that DUI sentencing courts must structure probation and jail terms in a way that actually allows the defendant to complete mandatory DUI school and treatment. In Garrett v. State (2nd DCA), the appellate court affirmed the DUI conviction—but reversed the sentence because it made compliance with statutory requirements practically impossible.