06/18/2026
What turns a car accident into a criminal case in Florida? It comes down to a few factors.
Was the driver careless or reckless? Were they under the influence of drugs or alcohol? Did the crash cause serious bodily injury or death?
And whether an arrest happens may not be decided on the side of the road. Some cases are investigated for weeks before charges are ever filed.
If you were in a crash, on either side of it, talk to a lawyer who knows how these cases get built. Paul M. Aloise, Jr. is a former prosecutor at The Rubin Firm. Call (772) 283-2004 or visit therubinfirm.com.