DUI

St. Augustine DUI Lawyer

If you have been arrested for DUI (Driving Under the Influence of alcohol or drugs), you likely have many questions about what will happen next and the possible consequences if you are convicted. Depending upon the specific facts of your case and your criminal history, the State Attorney may file misdemeanor or felony charges against you in court.

At Albaugh Law, we take protecting your rights seriously and employ a comprehensive approach to defending you against DUI charges. We immediately start a thorough investigation into the facts and circumstances of your arrest. By obtaining copies of the documentary evidence, (such as the Traffic Citation(s), Charging Affidavit, DUI Investigation Report, Traffic Crash Report, Breath Alcohol Test Affidavit, Breath Test Operator Report, Intoxilyzer Inspection Report(s), Consent Form, Blood Collector’s Report, Evidence/Property Receipt, and Witness Affidavit(s), to name a few) we can review the conduct of law enforcement, discuss with you those facts that may be missing, inaccurate or falsely recorded in the reports, and start to formulate a defense strategy. We will then use this strategy during negotiations with the prosecutor or ultimately while arguing your case to a jury.

Florida DMV Hearing Attorney

In addition to criminal charges being filed in court, your arrest for DUI has triggered an administrative action against you by the DMV that can result in the immediate suspension of your driver’s license. Unless the proper paperwork is filed within 10 days of your arrest, this suspension will go into effect. At Albaugh Law, we understand the system and will file the necessary paperwork with the DMV to request a Formal Review Hearing. This will prevent the immediate suspension of your driver’s license and provide us with an important investigative and evaluative opportunity.

The penalties for DUI can range from 15 years in prison, for DUI Manslaughter, to the following in more common misdemeanor DUI cases:

– 12 Months Probation
– Fines and Court Costs
– Community Service Hours
– DUI School
– Mothers Against Drunk Driving Victim Impact Panel
– 10-Day Vehicle Immobilization
– Driver’s License Revocation (the duration of which varies from 6-12 months)

There can also be enhanced penalties, including increased fines and jail, for 2nd and subsequent DUI convictions, as well as cases where your Breath or Blood Alcohol level was over .15.

DUI cases are factually and scientifically complex, and can lead to severe real life hardships for people arrested and convicted. Having handled hundreds of DUI cases as a prosecutor and defense attorney, Attorney Ryan Albaugh has the experience and expertise to protect your rights and defend you against the DMV and in court.

If you or a loved one is facing DUI charges, contact the Albaugh Law Firm today for your free initial consultation.

 

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