Coral Springs DUI Defense Attorney
Throughout Palm Beach and Broward Counties.
A DUI charge in Florida is treated more harshly than many other crimes. The consequences are severe: license suspension, heavy fines, probation, and even jail time. But a charge is not a conviction. We challenge every aspect of your case to protect your license, your freedom, and your future.
You Have Only 10 Days to Save Your License
After a DUI arrest, you must request a DMV hearing within 10 days or your license is automatically suspended. Don't wait.
Florida DUI Penalties
Penalties escalate dramatically with each offense and any aggravating factors.
First Offense
Up to 6 months jail, $500-$1,000 fine, 180-day license suspension, 50 hours community service, DUI school, probation up to 1 year.
Second Offense
Up to 9 months jail (mandatory 10 days if within 5 years), $1,000-$2,000 fine, 5-year license revocation, ignition interlock required.
Third Offense
Up to 5 years prison (mandatory 30 days if within 10 years), $2,000-$5,000 fine, 10-year revocation, vehicle impoundment.
High BAC (.15+)
Enhanced penalties: higher fines, longer jail, mandatory ignition interlock even on first offense.
DUI with Minor
If a child under 18 is in the vehicle, penalties increase significantly and may include felony charges.
DUI with Injury
Third-degree felony: up to 5 years prison, $5,000 fine, 3-year license revocation regardless of prior offenses.
DUI Defense Strategies
A DUI charge is not an automatic conviction. We examine every detail of your arrest to find weaknesses in the prosecution's case.
Challenge the Traffic Stop
Police need reasonable suspicion to pull you over. If the stop was unlawful, all evidence may be suppressed.
Field Sobriety Tests
These tests are subjective and often improperly administered. Medical conditions, nerves, and road conditions affect results.
Breathalyzer Accuracy
Machines require proper calibration and maintenance. We examine records for errors that could invalidate results.
Blood Test Issues
The Supreme Court ruled blood tests require a warrant. Improper collection or storage can compromise results.
Understanding Your Rights During a DUI Stop
What you do during a DUI stop matters. Understanding your rights can significantly impact your case.
Refuse Field Tests
You can refuse roadside sobriety tests. These are voluntary and often used to build evidence against you.
Breathalyzer Refusal
You can refuse, but Florida's implied consent law means automatic license suspension. There are strategic considerations.
Right to Remain Silent
Beyond basic identification, you do not have to answer questions. Anything you say can be used against you.
Right to an Attorney
You have the right to speak with an attorney. Call us immediately after arrest - even from jail.
A DUI Conviction Follows You
Even a first-time misdemeanor DUI has consequences that extend far beyond the courtroom.
License Suspension
Loss of driving privileges affects your ability to work, care for family, and live normally.
Insurance Rates
Expect your auto insurance premiums to double or triple for years after a DUI conviction.
Employment
Many employers check driving records. A DUI can cost you current and future job opportunities.
Criminal Record
A DUI stays on your record permanently in Florida. It cannot be expunged or sealed.
How We Defend Your DUI Case
Immediate Action
We file for your DMV hearing within 10 days to protect your license while building your defense.
Evidence Review
We obtain all evidence: dashcam footage, breathalyzer records, calibration logs, and officer training records.
Challenge Everything
We file motions to suppress illegally obtained evidence and challenge the validity of test results.
Negotiate or Fight
We pursue dismissal, reduction to reckless driving, or take your case to trial if necessary.
Charged with DUI?
Time is critical. You have only 10 days to protect your license. We fight to challenge the evidence, protect your rights, and keep you driving. Free consultation - call now.