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Do Not Face Florida’s Strict DUI Penalties Without A Strong Defense

A DUI charge is more than just a traffic ticket. You should not make the mistake of treating it like one. DUI convictions can impact your life in many ways.

First and foremost, you will have a criminal record if you plead guilty or are convicted of driving under the influence. Florida law does not allow for DUI convictions to be expunged (removed from your record). This could cause you trouble any time a background check is necessary for employment, rental, professional licensing and other situations. Whether you drive for work or have a career that could be affected by a DUI conviction, you need a savvy attorney on your side.

At Brunvand Wise, P.A., our legal team includes attorneys Bjorn Brunvand and Jervis Wise. They are board-certified criminal trial lawyers, which qualifies them as experts in criminal cases. You can be certain that they lead the firm with their expertise and experience.

A High-Level View Of DUI Penalties

First DUI offenses can lead to a fine of up to $1,000, probation of up to a year and/or imprisonment for up to six months. Your license can be suspended for up to a year. A second DUI offense will increase your exposure to fines (up to $2,000) and imprisonment (up to nine months). Your license can be suspended for up to five years and you may be required to install an ignition interlock device on your vehicle. Three DUI offenses within five years might get you up to five years in prison and a suspended license for up to 10 years. All of these penalties are increased if your BAC is .15 percent or higher or if there is a minor in the vehicle at the time of the DUI.

Detailed Florida DUI Penalties

DUI/AET = DUI school and alcohol evaluation and treatment if deemed necessary
VIP = Victim impact panel
50cs = 50 hours of community service
No ABC = No alcohol, bars and clubs
IC = Invest costs
MOS/AET = Multiple offender DUI school and alcohol evaluation and treatment if deemed necessary

OFFENSE NUMBER AMOUNT OF FINE AND COSTS
§316.193
PROBATION PERIOD
§316.193
DL REV PERIOD(CONVICTION TO OFFENSE PER §322.28) JAIL TIME
(CONVICTION TO OFFENSE PER §316.193 & §775.082)
IMPOUND
§316.193
OTHER
RECS
First below .15 $983 Up to 12 months 6 months to 1 year Up to 6 months 10 days DUI/AET, VIP, 50cs, No ABC, IC
First above .15 or person less than 18 years in car $1,518 Up to 12 months 6 months to 1 year Up to 9 months 10 days DUI/AET, VIP,

50cs, No ABC, IC,

6-month ignition interlock

Second w/in 5 years below .15 $1,518 Up to 12 months 5 years Mandatory 10 days

Up to 9 months

30 days MOS/AET, VIP, No ABC, IC, 1-year ignition interlock
Second nd w/in 5 years above .15 $2,558 Up to 12 months 5 years Mandatory 10 days

Up to 12 months

30 days MOS/AET, VIP, No ABC, IC, 2-year ignition interlock
Second d outside 5 years below .15 $1,518 Up to 12 months Up to 1 year Up to 9 months 10 days MOS/AET, VIP, No ABC, IC, 1-year ignition interlock
Second outside 5 years

above .15 or person less than 18 years in car

$2,558 Up to 12 months Up to 1 year Up to 12 months 10 days MOS/AET, VIP, No ABC, IC, 2-year ignition interlock
Felony 3°/third

w/in 10 years

below .15

$2,558 Up to 60 months 10 years Mandatory 30 days

Up to 5 years

90 days MOS/AET, VIP, No ABC, IC, 2-year Ignition interlock
Felony 3°/third

w/in 10 years

below .15

$4,558 Up to 60 months 10 years Mandatory 30 days

Up to 5 years

90 days MOS/AET, VIP, No ABC, IC, 2-year Ignition interlock
Third outside 10 years above .15 $2,558 Up to 12 months Up to 1 year Up to 12 months 10 days MOS/AET, VIP, No ABC, IC, 2-year Ignition interlock
Third outside 10 years above .15 $4,558 Up to 12 months Up to 1 year Up to 12 months 10 days MOS/AET, VIP, No ABC, IC, 2-year Ignition interlock
Felony 3°/ Fourth $3,015 Up to 60 months Permanently Up to 5 years 10, 30, 90 days

depending on priors

MOS/AET, VIP, No ABC, IC, 2-year Ignition interlock

Our Dedicated Team Is Here For Anything You Need

For a defense team that understands what you are facing and which fights accordingly, turn to Brunvand Wise, P.A. To schedule a free initial consultation, call 813-521-8069 or contact us online.