Florida Dui First Offense. Florida ranks number three in the most DUI arrests after California and Texas. According to Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) there were 55,804 arrests in 2004 which is quiet a considerable figure out of which 500 arrests were under the age of 18. It is recommended to seek counsel of a qualified DUI attorney in your local area, if you have recently been arrested because of driving under the influence or DUI in Florida. Florida DUI i.e. driving under the influence, like other offenses namely Florida DWI (driving while intoxicated) or alcohol related offenses triggers two separate actions, one inn court which is a criminal DUI action and other one at the division of motor vehicles which is an administrative DUI action.

For a Florida DUI, defendants have exactly ten days from the date of arrest within which they can request the hearing from Florida department of public safety and motor vehicles. And in doing so do not forget to keep some sort of proof relating to the request like certified email or return receipt. Confirm the procedure by contacting a local attorney to notify DPSMV and assess the case in the light of current law. Most of the DUI attorneys provide a free initial consultation.

Well this for sure that in Florida, if you are arrested and charged with a first offense DUI in Florida, chances of you facing jail is very low. Basically jail time is imposed only when aggravating factors exist which warrant incarceration. The judges of Florida have a sort of discretion in sentencing of its DUI offenders. Another thing which can be counted as an advantage is that even in case where the la mandates a minimum amount of jail time, Florida judges generally substitute jail with confinement through house arrest, time spent in residential alcohol, work release or drug abuse treatment center. What type of sentence wile b imposed in your case will solely depend on the facts of your case, nature of the charges, circumstances of your plea or any other relevant factors. You should consult an attorney for more information on the penalties you have been facing and possible potential alternatives which are available.

For Florida DUI First offense, fine of $500-$1,000 and jail of up to 6 months of time period may be imposed. Ignition interlock is not required and license can be suspended with 80 days to 1 year revocation. There is a mandatory one year probation which includes DUI School or any other court approved substance abuse counseling, psychological evaluation, 50 hours of community service or possible buyout at $10 per hour and also a 10 days vehicle immobilization. For Florida DUI First offense- BAC. 15 or higher or minor in vehicle, fine up to $1000 to $2000 and 9 months jail may be imposed. In this case ignition interlock is necessary for time period of continuous 6 months. License can be suspended with 80 days to 1year revocation. Probation terms are same as mentioned above for Florida Dui first offense.