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Arrested for DUI in Florida?

A Florida DUI lawyer can evaluate your case and discuss your rights and options with you before you have to make critical decisions. There may be grounds to fight your DUI charge: sometimes blood alcohol content tests are improperly administered or equipment isn't properly maintained. Sometimes sloppy record-keeping or lack of probable cause for the initial stop can undermine the state's case.

A Florida DUI lawyer will know which aspects of your case should be examined and evaluated. Because a DUI conviction can be expensive, and can have long-lasting effects on your right to drive, your insurance rates, your freedom, and even your future employment prospects, it's important that you understand the Florida DUI laws, your rights, and the particular options that apply in your case before you make any decisions.

Florida DUI Penalties

First-time DUI conviction =

  • Possible jail sentence of up to six months;
  • fine of not less than $250 or more than $500; and
  • driver's license suspension for 180 days to one year.

Second-time DUI conviction (within 5 years) =

  • Mandatory jail sentence of at least 10 days and up to nine months;
  • Mandatory ignition interlock device installation for at least one year;
  • fine of not less than $500 or more than $1,000; and
  • driver's license suspension for five years.

Can You Refuse a Breath Test?

  • NO

Breath Test Refusal Penalties

  • 1st refusal = 1-year suspension of driver's license
  • Any additional refusal after 1st = 18-month suspension
  • Each refusal is also a misdemeanor

Florida DUI Resources

Be informed before you make a decision.

If you're facing a DUI charge, take action now to learn about your rights and the options available to you. For a no-cost, no-obligation consultation with aFlorida DUI lawyer, call 1 (877) 349-1311 or use our free case evaluation form. All information will be kept confidential, and you'll have the opportunity to explore your rights and learn your options before moving forward.

There is hope.

Misinformation about DUI cases is everywhere. You may have heard that you can't win a DUI case, or that everyone who is charged with a first offense DUI gets the same deal no matter what other factors are involved. The truth—asFlorida DUI attorneys know—is that DUI cases can be dismissed for many reasons. Even if a case isn't so flawed as to warrant dismissal, weaknesses in equipment, procedure or evidence can lead to charges being reduced, or to beneficial plea agreements. However, there are risks as well. A DUI charge can't be taken lightly. It's important that you understand the automatic license suspension provisions and ignition interlock requirements, and that you know the circumstances under which repeat offenses are charged as felonies. Take the time to learn about your rights and options now.

Note: DUI laws may have changed since our last update. For the latest information on these DUI laws, speak to a DUI lawyer in the state.