Ep. 39 - What Counts as a DUI in Florida? (Golf Carts, Boats, Sleeping in Your Car)

Can you get a DUI if you weren’t even driving?In Florida—especially here in West Palm Beach and South Florida—the answer might surprise you.In this episode of Come Back with a Warrant, criminal defense attorneys Monica Ishak and Brandon Dinitz break down one of the most misunderstood areas of Florida DUI law: what actually counts as “driving.”With Memorial Day weekend approaching, this is essential listening if you plan on going out, boating, or celebrating.⚖️ What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhat “actual physical control” means under Florida DUI lawWhy you can get a DUI while parked or sleeping in your carWhether you can get a DUI on a golf cart, scooter, bicycle, or horseThe difference between a DUI (driving under the influence) and a BUI (boating under the influence)How prosecutors prove DUI cases in Palm Beach County courtsWhat happens if you refuse a breath test in Florida (new law updates)Real case examples where DUI charges were fought and dismissed🚨 2025–2026 Florida DUI Law UpdatesWe also cover key changes affecting drivers in West Palm Beach and throughout Florida, including:Increased penalties for BUI manslaughterNew consequences for refusing breath testsEnhanced penalties tied to controlled substancesHow DUI charges can escalate quickly—even for first-time offenders💸 The Real Cost of a DUI in South FloridaA DUI is more than just a charge—it can impact your:Driver’s licenseInsurance ratesEmployment opportunitiesCriminal record (permanent in Florida)Many DUI cases cost $10,000+ when you factor in fines, classes, and legal fees.📍 Why This Matters in West Palm BeachSouth Florida is one of the most active areas for DUI and BUI enforcement, especially around:Holidays (like Memorial Day, New Year’s, and Spring Break)Boating events and waterfront gatheringsLate-night dining and nightlife areasLaw enforcement is actively looking for impaired drivers—and many arrests happen when people think they’re being “safe.”🎯 If You’ve Been Arrested for DUI in West Palm BeachEvery case is fact-specific. Even if you think:“I wasn’t driving”“I was just parked”“There’s no proof”There may still be defenses available.🎧 Leave us a 5 Star Review! Follow us for legal hot takes, episode updates, and a peek into our lawyer lives.📺 YouTube: @ComeBackWithAWarrant.Podcast📸 Instagram: @ComeBackWithAWarrant.Pod🎵 TikTok: @ComeBackWithAWarrant.Pod Find us everywhere and join the conversation! Subscribe to our newsletter for episode guides and latest pod updates: https://come-back-with-a-warrant-podcast.kit.com/fe483fdf18 📞 Need help with a DUI case in West Palm Beach?Contact The Ishak Law Firm or BD Law to discuss your options at (561) 316-8433 or (561)398-4683.