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DUI Frequently Asked Questions

What is DUI? DUI (driving under the influence) is defined as the act of operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, which inhibit a driver’s abilities and reaction time.

What can I do if I have been arrested for DUI? It is important to retain a qualified criminal defense attorney immediately. Your attorney will be able to help you with your DMV hearing and following proceedings to help you avoid a DUI conviction.

Can I refuse blood alcohol testing after I’ve been arrested? You can refuse, but that will result in the immediate suspension of your license. This is covered under implied consent laws, which, by driving on the road in the first place, imply your consent to blood alcohol testing by law enforcement – if you are suspected to be driving under the influence.

Can I refuse a roadside breath test? Yes. A roadside breath test is actually one of a number of field sobriety tests that an officer can use after pulling you over to determine if you are impaired. This is not covered under implied consent laws; however, you may still be arrested if the officer has enough reason to suspect you have been driving under the influence.

What is the legal limit for BAC? The legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is below .08%. If your BAC is .08% or above, you are considered legally intoxicated. If you are under 21, your BAC must not be .02% or above.

Will I lose my license if I’m arrested for DUI? Your license will be suspended immediately upon your arrest. However, you and your defense attorney may request a DMV hearing to retain your license until your court appearance.

What will happen if I’m convicted for DUI? Will I go to jail? Your sentence will depend upon many factors. Common sentencing includes: license suspension, counseling and classes, fines, and jail time. The way to avoid this is to work with criminal defense attorneys who can help you avoid a conviction altogether.

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DUIs Case Results

Defendant was charged with Armed Robbery (10/20/Life) and DUI...

Result - He accepted a plea to 5.2 years prison...
CRC0623167CFANO

Defendant was charged with Aggravated Assault on a Law Enforcement Officer....

Result - State dropped the Aggravated Assault on a Law Enforcement Officer....
CRC0727804CFANO

Defendant was charged with Felony Possession of Marijuana (over 20grams)...

Result - Withhold of Adjudication on all Felony Charges...
CRC0811225CFANO / CRC0708218CFANO

Defendant was on probation for DUI (in Hillsborough County)....

Result - Defendant avoided jail by performing 10days of community service....
CTC082960FNRANC / C-07-14-033278

Defendant was accused of DUI, 2nd offense within 5 years.

Result - Charge was reduced from DUI to Reckless driving and the Defendant avoided a jail sentence.
CTC086323XDMANC

Defendant was accused of DUI and Violation of Drivers License Restriction....

Result - DUI was reduced to a Careless Driving....
CTC08115672WASP

Defendant was on probation for Felony Driving on Suspended License, and charged with a new DUI (4th)...

Result - One year prison.....
CRC0807949CFANO

Defendant crashed his car into a police cruiser....

Result -One count of DUI was dismissed....
CTC080667XCFANC / CTC080666XCFANC

Defendant was charged with DUI resulting in Serious Bodily Injury....

Result - State agreed to depart from the mandatory prison sentence....
CRC0803363CFANO

Defendant was charged with DUI with Serious Bodily Injury and Leaving the Scene of a Crash involving Injury.

Result - Avoided a 55 month "mandatory" Florida State prison sentence and served a total of 22 days in a county jail.
CRC06-10174CFANO

Defendant charged with DUI.

Result - State amends charge to Reckless Driving and with-holds adjudication (No Conviction).
CTC06-2782XADANC

Defendant was charged with DUI w/Crash.

Result - DUI charge was dropped day of trial.
CTC06-1802XAUANC

Defendant was charged with DUI.

Result - State reduced charge to Reckless Driving.
3444XAM (Hillsborough)

Defendant was charged with DUI.

Result - State reduced charge to Reckless Driving with a with-hold of adjudication (No Conviction) and no loss of license.
CTC079256XCEANC

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