About Andra DelMonico, J.D.
Graduating from Stetson University College of Law with a J.D., Andra brings a straightforward approach to legal writing. With over a decade of freelance writing experience, she has a wealth of experience in writing about a broad range of legal topics. She has ghostwritten for individual attorneys, law firms, and businesses. When not writing, Andra spends her time boating and motorcycle riding with her family in sunny Florida.
Articles written by Andra DelMonico, J.D.
Ignition Interlock Devices (IIDs): What You Need To Know
You hop in your vehicle, click the seat belt, and turn the key. Not so fast. If you have an Ignition Interlock Device (IID), you have one more step before your vehicle will start. States have taken steps to reduce the amount of drunk driving by imposing more restrictive consequences on drivers with a DUI conviction. An IID is one of those consequences. However, it doesn’t have to be the end of your time driving. Understanding how an IID works and its purpose can help you feel better about …
Can I Get My License Back After a DUI Conviction?
Once you get arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance, you face a potentially lengthy list of penalties and consequences. Two of the most impactful are a license revocation or suspension. These remove your ability to drive a motor vehicle for a period of time. Then, you will need to go through the license restoration process to regain your ability to drive. Understanding the timeline of a suspension and the process to restore your license can give you …
How Will a DUI Impact My Commercial Driver’s License?
A DUI conviction impacts your commercial driver's license with an administrative hearing license suspension and a lifetime ban for a second offense over the lookback period. Commercial drivers over the alcohol limit in a personal or commercial motor vehicle get a one-year CDL disqualification. Implied consent laws require blood alcohol concentration testing, with criminal penalties for a chemical test refusal. A CDL DUI can result in employment termination, an ignition interlock device, …
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