DUI
Serving Tampa, St Petersburg, Sarasota, Bradenton and Venice
Many of the legal consequences of a DUI conviction are well known: Incarceration, fines, suspension and the revocation of driving privileges. At Jodat Law Group, we understand that being arrested for driving under the influence is not only a devastating experience, but also very confusing. As a result, we are dedicated to providing you with the hands-on attention you deserve, from your free initial consultation until case completion. We are available to our clients 24 hours a day, through our website, email, and telephone communication. We are extremely committed to your case, and will relentlessly defend you throughout the process.
At Jodat Law Group, we utilize our knowledge, training and experience to defend our DUI clients to the fullest extent possible. Our DUI attorney, Jamie Rosenberg, Esq., is a former Assistant State Attorney and Public Defender who has handled hundreds of DUI cases. Mr. Rosenberg is an experienced litigator who understands DUI law and is a zealous advocate for his clients.
Things you should know:
1) Pursuant to Florida law, a person can be convicted of driving under the influence if:
- The state has proven beyond a reasonable doubt that the accused was operating a motor vehicle while their normal faculties were impaired, OR
- The state has proven beyond a reasonable doubt that the accused was operating a motor vehicle with a Blood or Breath Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or higher.
2) Penalties:
Offense: First Offense DUI
Jail: 0-9 months
License Suspension:180 days to 1 year
Offense: Second Offense DUI where last conviction is within Five Years
Jail: 10 day minimum, up to 12 months
License Suspension: Not less than 5 years
Offense: Second Offense DUI where Last Conviction is outside of Five Years
Jail: 0-12 months
License Suspension: 180 days to 1 year
Offense: Third Offense where Last Conviction is within Ten Years
Jail: 30 days to 12 months
License Suspension: Ten years
Offense: Third Offense where Last Conviction is outside of Ten Years
Jail: 0 to 12 months
License Suspension: 180 days to 1 year
3) An accused has only ten days to challenge a license suspension:
After you are arrested for DUI, you only have 10 days from the date of your arrest to request a Formal Review Hearing with the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV). Failure to schedule this hearing will result in automatic license suspension for either 6, 12, or 18 months, depending on different factors. We will file the necessary paperwork on your behalf and attempt to obtain a temporary driving permit for you, should you qualify.