Have you recently been charged with a DUI (driving under the influence) offense? If so, it is essential that you retain the representation of an aggressive DUI attorney. The team at The Law Office of Wyndel G. Darville, PLLC is prepared to offer clients with legal guidance through every step of the criminal and DMV administrative proceedings. Florida abides by the implied consent law, meaning if you are pulled over for suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, you must submit to a chemical test. Refusal to take such a test will result in the immediate suspension of your driver's license; first offenders face a one year suspension, while second and third offenders face an 18 month suspension. Penalties for first time DUI offenders may include fines, community service, probation, incarceration, license revocation, and DUI school. Second time offenders are required to install an interlock ignition device (IID) in their vehicle. This device is attached to the ignition of the vehicle, and in order for the vehicle to start, the driver must blow into a breathalyzer-type machine. If the driver's BAC (blood alcohol content) level is .08 or higher, the car will not start. Florida has a zero tolerance law for drivers under the age of 21. This means that if the driver is under the age of 21 and has a BAC level of .02 or higher, they will automatically have their driver's license suspended for six months.
When you retain the representation of The Law Office of Wyndel G. Darville, PLLC, the team will thoroughly examine every aspect of the circumstances of your arrest and the gathering and analysis of evidence. If your arrest is not performed in a lawful manner, such as improper administration of a field sobriety test or an officer's failure to read you your Miranda Rights, the team will use this as evidence against the prosecutor's case. Do not wait to take action; contact a Sarasota DUI attorney today to see if they may be able to help reduce your penalties or have your case dismissed.