A DUI (Driving Under the Influence) Citation is more than just a big traffic ticket — it is a serious criminal charge that can change your life. If you’ve been arrested for a DUI in Florida, you need an experienced defense lawyer right away. At 305 Ticket Defense, we are ready to fight for your freedom and protect your driving rights.

Protect Your Driver’s License after a DUI!

For most drivers, protecting their driver’s license is the most urgent thing to do. The moment you are arrested for DUI, the police take your license and give you a temporary permit that lasts for just 10 days.

If we represent you, we will immediately request an administrative hearing with the state. This action is the only way to challenge the automatic suspension and keep your ability to drive. It is important to do this as soon as possible! We are ready to act now to help you save or restore your driving privileges.

Beyond helping you keep or recover your driver’s license, we will build a defense strategy to fight a conviction and criminal penalties.

A DUI conviction can have lasting consequences, including:

• Jail Time:
  • Even a first offense DUI can mean time behind bars, with penalties increasing significantly for higher blood alcohol content (BAC) levels or if a minor was in the vehicle. Our defense aims to argue against incarceration and pursue alternatives, but the threat of jail is real and immediate.
• Expensive Fines:
  • You could pay large amounts of money in fines, mandatory court costs, and court-ordered assessments, which often add up to thousands of dollars. These direct financial penalties do not include the additional costs from vehicle impoundment, towing fees, or mandatory counseling programs.
• License Suspension:
  • Your ability to drive can be taken away for months or even years, making everyday life incredibly difficult. The administrative suspension imposed by the state begins just 10 days after your arrest, which is why immediate legal action is critical to try and save your driving privileges.
• Vehicle Lock:
  • You may have to install a special device (Ignition Interlock Device or IID) on your car at your own expense for a required period. This device prevents your car from starting if it detects alcohol on your breath, creating a daily inconvenience and a constant, costly reminder of your conviction.
• Criminal Record:
  • A conviction stays on your criminal record forever and generally cannot be erased or sealed. This permanent mark can negatively impact your job prospects, professional licensing, ability to rent a home, and even your educational opportunities for the rest of your life.

Penalties are even tougher if your alcohol level (BAC) was over 0.15%, if a child was in the car, or if it’s your second or third DUI offense.

Your DUI Defense: We Fight for Your Rights

A DUI charge doesn’t automatically mean you’re guilty. The prosecution must prove your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, and our job is to challenge every element of their case. Our DUI defense lawyers will thoroughly review your entire arrest to build a strong legal defense for you.

We’ll closely examine the following critical defense angles:

• The Stop
  • Did the officer have probable cause to pull you over?
    • The police must have a legally valid reason (reasonable suspicion) to initiate the traffic stop in the first place. If the officer lacked this probable cause or violated proper procedure during the stop, all evidence gathered afterward—including the breathalyzer results—may be suppressed (thrown out) in court.
• Your Rights
  • Did the police officer properly inform you of your legal rights?
    • If the police officer failed to properly inform you of your constitutional rights before beginning a custodial interrogation, any statements you made could be challenged and excluded from evidence. We scrutinize the timing of the arrest and the reading of your rights to ensure due process was followed.
• The Tests
  • Was the breathalyzer machine working correctly?
    • The law has strict standards for breath test administration. We investigate the calibration records and maintenance logs of the specific machine used and question whether the technician was properly certified to operate it. Flaws in the machine’s maintenance or operation can render the results unreliable.
  • Were the Field Sobriety Tests (FSTs) given the right way?
    • Field Sobriety Tests (like the Walk and Turn or One Leg Stand) are highly subjective and must be administered according to precise protocol. We examine video evidence to see if the officer failed to account for environmental factors, medical conditions, or improperly instructed you, all of which could invalidate the results.

By looking for any mistakes in procedure, we work to build a defense on your behalf, aiming to get the charges lowered or even dropped. Let us help protect your driver’s license and your clean record after a DUI.