Gasparilla BUI Attorney Lawyer Video – Possession of Alcohol Under 21

BUI BOAT 3054 Attorney Gasparilla Arrest
Possession of Alcohol Under 21 
MISC0112  
Tampa Criminal Defense BUI Attorney will be providing live Arrest Reports we will not be using names, but only the charges made, the time and location of the Gasparilla Arrests  from the Gasparilla Pirate Fest. We will have video and updates throughout the day. We will be monitoring several sources including the Hillsborough County Jail on Orient Road near Tampa Florida.


Boating Under the Influence Penalties for BOAT 3054 BUI Boating Under the Influence include jail time, fines up to $500.00 for 1st offenses, up to $1,000 for 2nd offenses, and completion of drug and/or  alcohol rehabilitation programs. 3rd or 4th convictions of BUI are often charged with a felony instead of a misdemeanor.Possession of Alcohol Under 21 MISC0112 was the most frequent charge for Gasparilla 2012 Arrests. It appears there were far fewer arrests this year than last year’s 359 arrests. Fox Tampa Bay reports, “Over 200 open container citations were issued and only 16 adults were arrested – 14 of those were misdemeanor charges.” These numbers are consistent with our reporter’s investigation and other sources we monitored.


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While there were several DUI charges in the early morning, it was not until late afternoon that we saw a BUI  Boating Under the Influence Arrest BOAT 3054 in Garrison Channel. In 2010 there were 5 Gasparilla Pirate Fest BUI Boating Under the Influence Arrests. The Police, Sheriff’s Office, Coast Guard, and Florida Fish and Wildlife may be using a Mobile Facility this year to process arrests made on the water. Penalties for BUI – boating under the influence can include jail time, fines up to $500.00 for 1st offenses, fines up to $1,000 for 2nd offenses, and drug and alcohol rehabilitation programs. Those facing 3rd and 4th convictions of BUI are often charged with a felony instead of a misdemeanor.


 

Orient Road Jail Hillsborough County, Florida near Tampa
Orient Road Jail Hillsborough County, Florida near Tampa

 


Hourly Arrest Updates


11 pm Arrest UpdateNo Gasparilla arrest suspects were booked into the Orient Road Jail this hour. Hopefully it has quieted for the night and no one else will get in trouble. We will be working all weekend, so if anyone has questions call 813-222-2220.


10 pm Arrest Update


BUI Seddon Channel 5:45 pm
BUI Hookers Point 6:38 pm
Obstruct Kennedy 7:22 pm

9 pm Arrest Update


Obstruct Ashley St 2:30 pm
Obstruct Platt St 2:30 pm
BUI Hillsborough River 4:29 pm
Trespass Fielding St 4:45 pm
BUI Port of Tampa 5:25 pm
DUI Bay to Bay 5:45 pm
BUI Seddon Channel 5:53 pm

8 pm Gasparilla Arrest Update


Poss Alcohol Minor Bayshore 4:00 pm
Disorderly Conduct  Bayshore 4:16 pm

7 pm Gasparilla Arrest Update
 

BUI Garrison Channel 4:09 pm

 
6 pm Gasparilla Arrest Update



Theft Morrison 2:46 pm
Poss Ecstasy Bayshore 2:50 pm
Theft Morrison 3:10 pm
Disorderly Conduct Morrison 3:20 pm



5 pm Arrest Update


Trespass Bayshore 1:15 pm 
Minor Poss Alcohol Bayshore 1:55 pm 
Minor Poss Alcohol Howard 1:55 pm 
Minor Poss Alcohol Howard 2:00 pm 
False ID Howard 2:00 pm


 

 



















4 pm Gasparilla Arrest Update

 

While the early morning was busy at Ashley Drive and Kennedy Boulevard, has been quiet.

 
3 pm Gasparilla Arrest Update
 

All quiet . Makes me wonder if the arrests are being handled at a remote booking facility.

 
2 pm Gasparilla Arrest Update
 

All quiet at the Hillsborough County Jail

 
1 pm Gasparilla Arrest Update
 

All quiet on the Bayfront

 
Noon Gasparilla Arrest Update
 

After quite a bit of early morning DUI activity on Ashley and Kennedy early this morning – seems quiet now.

 
11 am Arrest Update



DUI Bayshore 12:00 Midnite
Battery Platt Street 1:44 am
DUI Kennedy 157 am
DUI Howard Ave 3:35 am
DUI Ashley 4:15 am
DUI Ashley 4:33 am
DUI Platt 4:36 am
DUI Kennedy 4:41am

Latitude 27.947500° N
Longitude 82.458611° W


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Gasparilla Zero Tolerance Policy includes:

Must be 21 or older to consume alcohol

No trespassing on private property

562.111 Possession of alcoholic beverages by persons under age 21 prohibited.

(1) It is unlawful for any person under the age of 21 years, except a person employed under the provisions of s. 562.13 acting in the scope of her or his employment, to have in her or his possession alcoholic beverages, except that nothing contained in this subsection shall preclude the employment of any person 18 years of age or older in the sale, preparation, or service of alcoholic beverages in licensed premises in any establishment licensed by the Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco or the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Notwithstanding the provisions of s. 562.45, any person under the age of 21 who is convicted of a violation of this subsection is guilty of a misdemeanor of the second degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083; however, any person under the age of 21 who has been convicted of a violation of this subsection and who is thereafter convicted of a further violation of this subsection is, upon conviction of the further offense, guilty of a misdemeanor of the first degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083.

(3) In addition to any other penalty imposed for a violation of subsection (1), the court shall direct the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles to withhold issuance of, or suspend or revoke, the violator’s driver’s license or driving privilege, as provided in s. 322.056.

8 Ways To Get To Gasparilla 2015 Pirate Festival

7 Ways To Avoid A DUI at Gasparilla Pirate Festival 2015

Gasparilla Pirate Festival Ship 2015

As of 2023 and historically, there were 42 Gasparilla Pirate Festival related arrests and 63 open container civil citations (No open containers of alcohol outside the “wet-zone” or the parade route). Do not end your party in jail! With just a little fore thought you here are 8 ways to get to Gasparilla 2015 and avoid a DUI or BUI this weekend:

Gasparilla Pirate Festival Travel Plans


1. Charter A Helicopter.

        oldcityhelicopters.com charters helicopters from Davis Island (813) 254-1300

2. Charter A Yacht.

          suncoastadventurecenter.com charter a yacht and crew  (727) 480-8289

3. Take A Bus Or Streetcar

          Hillsborough Area Regional Transit  will be running extra buses. Park and ride the bus both ways for only $4. (813) 254-HART or (813) 254-4278

4. Take A Taxi

          Suburban Taxi (727) 260 8294
          Go Taxi Florida (727) 386-6787
          Metro Taxi (727) 412-2101
          Yellow Cab (813) 253-0121
          Cab Plus (813) 288-8888
          United Cab (813) 251-5555
          TampaWaterTaxiCo.com for a little twist try a water taxi (813) 900-3288

5. Designate A Driver: A Friend Or A Service For Hire.

          You or a friend agree not to drink and be the designated driver for the day.
          ZingoTampa.com You drive yourself there and hire someone to come and drive your car home. (888) ZIN-GO 11 or (888) 946-4611
          DesignatedTampa.com  You drive yourself there and hire someone to come and drive your car home. (813) 444-2332

6. Get A Car Ride From A Friend Or Pay For A Car Ride.

          Ride in a friend’s car with your friend who will not be drinking.
          Uber.com download application onto your phone then arrange for a pickup.
          Lyft.com download application onto your phone then arrange for a pickup.

7. Get A Hotel Near The Route And Sleep It Off.

Hyde Park Hotel 2105 West Bristol Avenue, Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 254-2000
Epicurean Hotel Autograph Collection 1207 South Howard Avenue Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 999-8700
Embassy Suites® Tampa – Hilton.com‎ 513 South Florida Avenue, Tampa, FL 33602 (813) 769-8300
Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel & Marina 700 South Florida Avenue, Tampa, FL 33602 (813) 221-4900
The Westin Tampa Harbour Island 725 South Harbour Island Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33602 (813) 229-5000
Hilton Tampa Downtown 211 North Tampa Street, Tampa, FL 33602 (813) 204-3000
Sheraton Tampa Riverwalk Hotel 200 North Ashley Drive, Tampa, FL 33602 (813) 223-2222

8. As A Last Resort Call AAA

          AAAs TOW2GO at (855) TOW2GO (855) 286-9246
Mention of third party companies and products is for informational purposes only and constitutes neither an endorsement nor a recommendation.

Read Our Past Gasparilla Pirate Festival Posts:

Mr. Casey Ebsary, Tampa Criminal Defense Lawyer, found this Tampa Police Video. Casey Ebsary (813-222-2220) is working this weekend helping people charged at this year’s Gasparilla in Tampa.

16 Tips For Surviving Gasparilla Piratefest Invasion

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Tampa Attorney BUI | Boating Under Influence | Gasparilla Arrest

In one recent Piratefest weekend there were 5 Gasparilla BUI Boating Under the Influence Arrests…Read More

https://www.dui2go.com/2011/01/tampa-bui-boating-under-influence.html

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In 2010 there were 5 BUI Boating Under the Influence Arrests. The Police, Sheriff’s Office, Coast Guard, and Florida Fish and Wildlife will be using a Mobile Facility this year to process arrests…Read More

https://www.drug2go.com/2011/01/gasparilla-notice-to-appear-or-arrest.html

Arrest Report Gasparilla Update

Tampa police reported 349 arrests, most for alcohol violations and all but three misdemeanors…Read More

https://www.drug2go.com/2011/01/arrest-report-gasparilla-update-359.html

Gasparilla Arrest Update : 42 Busted

Gasparilla Arrest Update

Gasparilla Arrest Update

Gasparilla Arrest Update
42 Busted
Gasparilla Arrest Update: “authorities announce a preliminary tally of arrests made throughout the day: 3 felony arrests and 39 misdemeanor arrests, including 12 for underage drinking. Sixty-three open-container citations are issued.”

Source TPD and Media Report

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Must be 21 or older to consume alcohol
Open containers only permitted in designated areas
Alcohol may not be consumed from kegs or large vessels
Must purchase alcohol from vendors
Only cans or plastic bottles permitted; no glass or Styrofoam cups or containers  

Gasparilla Arrest Report Update | 359 Arrests

Gasparilla Arrest Report Update: “Tampa police reported 349 arrests, most for alcohol violations and all but three misdemeanors. The felonies were charges for grand theft auto, resisting arrest with violence and battery on a law enforcement officer. Hillsborough County deputies made an additional 10 arrests on disorderly conduct or open container charges.” 


Original Report Gasparilla Arrest; 222 Arrests


Source: https://www.tampabay.com/news/bigger-crowds-fewer-arrests-and-a-continuing-clamor-for-beads-mark/1148560

Gasparilla Arrest | Notice to Appear | Affordable Help From Attorney | Lawyer

Gasparilla Arrest? Notice to Appear? Get Affordable Help From an Attorney | Lawyer | Toll Free 1-877-793-9290

 

One recent Gasparilla, there were 5 BUI Boating Under the Influence Arrests. The Police, Sheriff’s Office, Coast Guard, and Florida Fish and Wildlife will be using a Mobile Facility this year to process arrests made on the water. See video at bottom of this article. Many of these charges listed below are criminal charges that can result in a permanent criminal record

Common Charges From The Gasparilla Weekend.

Possession Open Container

If you have been charged with TPOR0064 POSSESSION OF OPEN CONTAINER you can call a Defense Attorney Tampa at 1-877-793-9290 and tell me your story.

Form Code: TPOR0064
City of Tampa Municipal Code: 003.40.B
Level: Municipal/Local
Description: POSSESSION OF OPEN CONTAINER

TPOR0064 POSSESSION OF OPEN CONTAINER one of the most commonly charged offenses in Hillsborough County, Florida.

Sec. 3-40. – Consumption and possession of open containers on streets, sidewalks, alleys and other public property.

(b) It is unlawful for any person to possess an open container of an alcoholic beverage upon any street, sidewalk, alley or other public property, including public or semi-public parking lots, within the city.

(1) As used in subsection (b), “open container” means any vessel or container containing an alcoholic beverage, including beer or wine, which is immediately capable of consumption or the seal of which has been broken.

(2) An open container shall be considered to be in the possession of the person if the container is in the physical control of such person.

 

Tampa Open Container Ordinance Sec. 3-40. – Consumption and possession of open containers on streets, sidewalks, alleys and other public property.
 
(a)It is unlawful for any person to consume, assist or aid another to consume any alcoholic beverage upon any street, sidewalk, alley or other public property within the city.
 
(b)It is unlawful for any person to possess an open container of an alcoholic beverage upon any street, sidewalk, alley or other public property, including public or semi-public parking lots, within the city.
 
(1)As used in subsection (b), “open container” means any vessel or container containing an alcoholic beverage, including beer or wine, which is immediately capable of consumption or the seal of which has been broken.
 
(2)An open container shall be considered to be in the possession of the person if the container is in the physical control of such person.
 
(c)Subsections (a) and (b) do not apply when:
 
(1)The street, connecting sidewalk or alley has been officially temporarily closed upon application to the director of public works and the approval of the city council for the purpose of a block party as provided in this Code; or
 
(2)A portion of a sidewalk has been leased and permitted as a sidewalk café as provided for in chapter 22 of this Code; or
 
(3)Public property has been zoned and permitted for the sale of alcoholic beverages pursuant to law; or
 
(4)A portion of the street, connecting sidewalk or alley has been marked and/or designated as a crossing for a public golf course.
 
(Ord. No. 99-229, § 1, 10-28-99; Ord. No. 2007-19, § 2, 2-1-07)

 

MISC0112 POSSESSION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE BY PERSON UND

 

Possess Alcohol Under 21 
If you have been charged with MISC0112 POSSESSION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE BY PERSON UND you can call a Tampa Criminal Defense Lawyer at 1-877-793-9290 and tell me your story.
 
MISC0112 POSSESSION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE BY PERSON UND is often charged in Hillsborough County, Florida.
 

Title XXXIV ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES AND TOBACCO
Chapter 562 BEVERAGE LAW: ENFORCEMENT

562.111 Possession of alcoholic beverages by persons under age 21 prohibited.

(1) It is unlawful for any person under the age of 21 years, except a person employed under the provisions of s. 562.13 acting in the scope of her or his employment, to have in her or his possession alcoholic beverages, except that nothing contained in this subsection shall preclude the employment of any person 18 years of age or older in the sale, preparation, or service of alcoholic beverages in licensed premises in any establishment licensed by the Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco or the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Notwithstanding the provisions of s. 562.45, any person under the age of 21 who is convicted of a violation of this subsection is guilty of a misdemeanor of the second degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083; however, any person under the age of 21 who has been convicted of a violation of this subsection and who is thereafter convicted of a further violation of this subsection is, upon conviction of the further offense, guilty of a misdemeanor of the first degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083.

(2) The prohibition in this section against the possession of alcoholic beverages does not apply to the tasting of alcoholic beverages by a student who is at least 18 years of age, who is tasting the alcoholic beverages as part of the student’s required curriculum at a postsecondary educational institution that is institutionally accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education and that is licensed or exempt from licensure pursuant to the provisions of chapter 1005 or is a public postsecondary education institution; if the student is enrolled in the college and is tasting the alcoholic beverages only for instructional purposes during classes that are part of such a curriculum; if the student is allowed only to taste, but not consume or imbibe, the alcoholic beverages; and if the alcoholic beverages at all times remain in the possession and control of authorized instructional personnel of the college who are 21 years of age or older.

(3) In addition to any other penalty imposed for a violation of subsection (1), the court shall direct the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles to withhold issuance of, or suspend or revoke, the violator’s driver’s license or driving privilege, as provided in s. 322.056.

Common Charges From The Gasparilla Weekend.

DUI Driving Under Influence

If you have been charged with TRAF1012 DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE You can call a Tampa Criminal Defense Lawyer at 1-877-793-9290 and tell me your story.

Form Code: TRAF1012

Florida Statute: 316.193.1
Level: Misd (Misdemeanor)
Degree: 2nd

Description: DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE

Title XXIII MOTOR VEHICLES
Chapter 316 STATE UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL

316.193 Driving under the influence; penalties.

(1) A person is guilty of the offense of driving under the influence and is subject to punishment as provided in subsection (2) if the person is driving or in actual physical control of a vehicle within this state and:

(a) The person is under the influence of alcoholic beverages, any chemical substance set forth in s. 877.111, or any substance controlled under chapter 893, when affected to the extent that the person’s normal faculties are impaired;

(b) The person has a blood-alcohol level of 0.08 or more grams of alcohol per 100 milliliters of blood; or

(c) The person has a breath-alcohol level of 0.08 or more grams of alcohol per 210 liters of breath.

Common Charges From The Gasparilla Weekend.

DUI Over .08

If you have been charged with TRAF1015 DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE UNLAWFUL BREATH A (DUI determined with a Breathalyzer Intoxilyzer Machine) you can call a Tampa DUI Lawyer at 1-877-793-9290 and tell me your story.

Form Code: TRAF1015
Florida Statute: 316.193.1C
Level: Misd (Misdemeanor)
Degree: 2nd
Description: DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE  UNLAWFUL BREATH A (DUI determined with a Breathalyzer Machine)

TRAF1015 DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE  UNLAWFUL BREATH A (DUI determined with a Breathalyzer / Intoxilyzer Machine) one of the most commonly charged offenses in Hillsborough County, Florida.

 

Title XXIII MOTOR VEHICLES
Chapter 316 STATE UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL

316.193 Driving under the influence; penalties.

(1) A person is guilty of the offense of driving under the influence and is subject to punishment as provided in subsection (2) if the person is driving or in actual physical control of a vehicle within this state and:

(a) The person is under the influence of alcoholic beverages, any chemical substance set forth in s. 877.111, or any substance controlled under chapter 893, when affected to the extent that the person’s normal faculties are impaired;

(b) The person has a blood-alcohol level of 0.08 or more grams of alcohol per 100 milliliters of blood; or

(c) The person has a breath-alcohol level of 0.08 or more grams of alcohol per 210 liters of breath.

Police Will Also Be on the Lookout For:

Open Containers Permitted Only Along The Parade Route – In Designated Areas
 
Must Be 21 Or Older To Consume Alcohol
 
Alcohol May Not Be Consumed From Kegs Or Large Vessels
 
No Glass Permitted
 
Use Port-O-Lets Or Other Restroom Facilities
 
No Fighting
 
No Trespassing On Private Property 
 
No Flashing Or Nudity For Beads


Common Charges From The Gasparilla Weekend.

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Chapter 901 ARRESTS

901.28 Notice to appear for misdemeanors or violations of municipal or county ordinances; effect on authority to conduct search. — The issuance of a notice to appear shall not be construed to affect a law enforcement officer’s authority to conduct an otherwise lawful search, as provided by law.

 

901.31 Failure to obey written promise to appear.—Any person who willfully fails to appear before any court or judicial officer as required by a written notice to appear shall be fined not more than the fine of the principal charge or imprisoned up to the maximum sentence of imprisonment of the principal charge, or both, regardless of the disposition of the charge upon which the person was originally arrested. Nothing in this section shall interfere with or prevent the court from exercising its power to punish for contempt.

 

BUI Video 


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