DUI
Attorney for DUI Penalties in Pinellas, Hillsborough, &
Pasco County, Florida
Whether
you are facing a first DUI charge or multiple DUI charges,
the penalties for driving under the influence in Florida are
severe. Since some penalties for a Tampa
Bay DUI may be quickly imposed against you after your
arrest, it is vital for you to consult with a DUI Lawyer as
soon as possible. Charles Holloway, P.A., a former prosecutor
and current DUI Attorney with offices in Clearwater, Tampa,
and St. Petersburg, offers a free initial consultation to
all of his clients. The following is a partial list of DUI
penalties that you might discuss with Charles Holloway during
your consultation:
First Offense
a. Fine: $250.00-$500.00 (.20% or higher: $500.00-$1,000.00)
b. License suspension: 6 months-1 year
c. Probation: 6 months-1 year
d. Incarceration: 0-6 months (.20% or higher: 0-9 months)
e. Impoundment: at least 10 days
f. Ignition device: (.20% or higher: 0-6 months)
Second Offense within 5 years
a. Fine: $500.00-$1,000.00 (.20% or higher: $1,000.00-$2000.00)
b. License suspension: 5 years
c. Probation: 1 year
d. Incarceration: 10 days - 9 months (.20% or higher: 10 days-1
year)
e. Impoundment: at least 30 days impoundment
f. Ignition device: at least 1 year (.20% or higher: at least
2 years)
Second DUI beyond 5 years
a. Fine: $500.00 - $1,000.00 (.20% or higher: $1,000.00-$2,000.00)
b. License Suspension: 6 months-1 year
c. Probation: 1 year
d. Incarceration: 0-9 months (.20 or higher: 0-12 months)
e. Ignition device: at least 1 year (.20% or higher: at least
2 years)
Third Conviction within 10 years (Felony)
a. Fine: $.00-$5,000.00 (.20% or higher: $2,000.00 - $5,000.00)
b. License Suspension: 1 year
c. Probation: 0 to 5 years
d. Incarceration: 30 days-5 years
e. Impoundment: 90 days impoundment
f. Ignition device: at least 2 years
Third Conviction beyond 10 years (Misdemeanor)
a. Fine: $1,000.00 - $2,500.00 (.20% or higher: $2,000.00-$5,000.00)
b. License Suspension: 6 months-1 year
c. Probation: 1 year
d. Incarceration: 0-1 year
e. Ignition device: at least 2 years
Fourth Conviction (Misdemeanor)
a. Fine: $1,000.00-$2,500.00 (.20% or higher: $2,000.00-$5,000.00)
b. License Suspension: Permanent
c. Probation: 1 year
d. Incarceration: 0-1 year
Fourth Conviction (Felony)
a. Fine: $1,000.00-$5,000.00 (.20% or higher: $1,000.00-$5,000.00)
b. License Suspension: Permanent
c. Probation: 0-5 years
d. Incarceration: 0-5 years
Second Refusal (Misdemeanor)
a. Fine: $.00-$1,000.00
b. License Suspension: 18 months
c. Probation: Up to 1 year
d. Incarceration: Up to 1 year
As you can see from this limited list of Florida DUI penalties,
a DUI charge in Pinellas, Hillsborough, or Pasco County can
have serious consequences on your life. More DUI penalties
may be found by reading Florida Statute Section 316.193. Even
though you are able to review possible DUI penalties for yourself,
it is highly recommended that you speak with a
Florida DUI Lawyer about your case. Charles Holloway,
P.A., is an experienced DUI Attorney offering a free initial
consultation at his offices in Clearwater, Tampa, and St.
Petersburg. Please call (727) 446-8303 to speak with Charles
Holloway and schedule your free initial consultation.
Phone: (727) 446-8303
E-Mail: Holloway@PinellasDUI.com
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