Driving Under the Influence (DUI)

Chances are you never expected to get arrested for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) in South Florida. Now it is time to deal with your pending Florida DUI. Whether you were arrested in Dade, Broward, or Palm Beach County, understand that the State of Florida will prosecute you to the fullest extent of the law. As your Florida DUI attorney, it is my responsibility to ensure that every angle of your Broward, Dade, or Palm Beach Driving Under the Influence DUI is explored in order to build the best DUI defense possible.

In the state of Florida, driving under the influence (DUI) is legally defined as the criminal act of driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or both. It is also the criminal act of driving a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or higher. For first time offenders, DUI charges are usually classified as misdemeanors. However, charges can be enhanced if the person caused bodily harm to another person or extensive property damage. For multiple DUI offenders, charges are automatically enhanced, and could be classified as felonies.

DUI Consequences

Once a person is convicted of driving under the influence in Boca Raton, Ft. Lauderdale, Broward County or St. Lucie County, he/she can be punished with:

» jail time
» fines
» driver’s license suspension
» community service
» probation
» house arrest
» DUI school
» mandatory counseling
» vehicle impoundment

Protect Your Best Interests

Due to the severity of the legal consequences involved, it is always to your benefit to speak with a qualified DUI defense attorney after you have been charged with driving under the influence.

By hiring a criminal defense attorney, who has successfully handled numerous other DUI cases, you will safeguard your best interests. You will also be informed of any possible defenses involved in your DUI case that could help you fight your criminal charges in court. Additionally, you will ensure that your rights and future well-being are protected.

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Boca Raton & Ft. Lauderdale DUI Lawyer

The Law Office of Michael E. Jones is a South Florida criminal defense firm servicing clients throughout Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, and St. Lucie counties. DUI defense attorney, Michael E. Jones, is devoted to helping his clients contest their DUI charges. As a committed solo practitioner, Mr. Jones strives to give each of his clients the attention and counsel they need to be successful with their DUI matters. He will always go the extra mile for his clients and their criminal cases.

If you have been charged with a DUI in South Florida, call or contact the Law Office of Michael E. Jones today for your free initial consultation at (954) 764-2060.