Florida's DUI Penalties

Charged with DUI in Brevard County?

Florida state laws regarding driving under the influence (DUI) and its penalties vary depending on whether it is a first offense or a repeat offense. Drunk driving is extremely dangerous, and law enforcement does their best to prevent people from committing the offense in the first place, let alone multiple times. Even so, wrongful arrests and charges are made regularly and deserve to be fought with the aggressive representation of a Brevard County DUI attorney from Parks & Braxton, PA. Our firm has defended clients facing the most severe of DUI charges and has won thousands cases.

Penalties for DUI Offenses in Florida

First Offense:

Misdemeanor
Maximum fine of $1,000
Up to 6 months in jail
License suspension for 180 days to 1 year
10-day vehicle impoundment
Up to 50 hours of community service

Second Offense:

Misdemeanor
Maximum fine of $2,000
Up to 9 months in jail
License suspension for 180 days to 1 year (or 5 years if committed within 5 years of a prior offense)
30-day vehicle impoundment

Third Offense:

Misdemeanor*
$2,000-$5,000 fine
30 days to 1 year in jail
Minimum license suspension of 10 years
90-day vehicle impoundment

Fourth Offense:

Felony DUI
Fine of $2,000-$5,000
Up to 5 years in state prison
Permanent driver's license revocation

*Note: A third offense can also be a felony if committed within 10 years of a first offense

Contact a DUI Defense Attorney Today

As Brevard County's premier DUI defense firm with an impressive track record for success, both in the past and in recent court wins, we are the most beneficial choice for your DUI defense. Contact our offices today if you've been arrested for DUI, DUI with injury, or an out-of-state DUI in Brevard County, Daytona, or Volusia County. An aggressive lawyer from our firm will counsel and represent you, fighting tirelessly for the results you need.