What Are The Penalties For Multiple DUI Offenses In Florida?
How is Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Defined by the State of Florida? Drivers face Florida DUI penalties when the State considers that an individual is DUI if that person operates or is in physical control of a vehicle on public streets or highways while impaired by illegal prescription or over-the-counter drugs, alcohol or a […]
What Happens If You Are Pulled Over for Driving Under the Influence
If you have access to a television, then you’ve probably heard your fair share of “Don’t Drink and Drive” PSA’s. However, things happen. People make mistakes. Unfortunately, mistakes for drinking and driving in Florida may come with serious consequences. Not only is it is dangerous for you, it is dangerous for everyone else on the […]
2016 Florida DUI Statutes
Title XXIIIMOTOR VEHICLES Chapter 316STATE UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROLView Entire Chapter 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 […]
How Much Is a Ticket for Driving Under the Influence in Florida?
Florida law imposes strict fines for individuals convicted of driving under the influence. While most people already know this, not everyone knows that driving under the influence applies to more than just alcohol. Pursuant to Florida Statute 316.193, a person can be charged with driving under the influence if they are within the state of Florida, […]
Florida BUI Penalties
PENALTIES a. Refusing Breath, Blood or Urine Test – b. Criminal Penalties for BUI – A person will be found guilty ofBUI if that person is under the influence of alcoholic beverages or a chemical or controlled substance to the extent that their normal faculties are impaired, or have a blood or breath-alcohol level of 0.08 or […]
Driver license suspension and revocation in Florida
First of all, there is a distinction between having your license suspended and having it revoked. Insurance companies routinely check for driver license suspensions/revocations. If either of these conditions are noted in your record, your carrier will not hesitate to raise your premiums significantly or, worst-case scenario, they may notify you that your policy has […]
How To Deal With A DUI Checkpoint in Florida
To curb alcohol related accidents during festivals and holidays, the police department sets up DUI checkpoints at crowded areas or intersections during the busier times of the day. DUI checkpoints attempt to detect people who drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Also known as “sobriety checkpoints”. These are legal in Florida as the […]