DUI Lawyers

For Criminal Defense Law including DUI, Jodat Law Group no longer handles these matters in-house and will refer you to other law firms that may represent you. 

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.

For Criminal Defense Law, Jodat Law Group no longer handles these matters in-house and will refer you to other law firms that may represent you.

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	Jail	License Suspension
First Offense DUI	0-9 months	180 days to 1 year
Second Offense DUI where Last Conviction is within Five Years	10 day minimum, up to 12 months	Not less than 5 years
Second Offense DUI where Last Conviction is outside of Five Years	0-12 months	180 days to 1 year
Third Offense where Last Conviction is within Ten Years	30 days to 12 months	Ten years
Third Offense where last conviction is outside of Ten Years	0 to 12 months	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.

Jodat Law Group, PA has primary practice areas where our attorneys handle All Auto &  Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury Cases, Family Law & Divorce and Bankruptcy & Creditor Harassment. For Criminal Defense Law, Jodat Law Group no longer handles these matters in-house and will refer you to other law firms that may represent you.