Florida DUI
It is estimated that 30% of the population of the United States will experience an accident related to misuse of alcohol in their lifetime. The state of Florida implements several severe punishments offender who are guilty of Driving Under the Influence (DUI).

DUI’s are given to those who are believed to be operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol, chemical substances, or controlled substances. The state of Florida convict of a DUI when it is “proved by impairment of normal faculties or unlawful blood alcohol or breath alcohol Level (BAL) of .08 or above. The penalties upon conviction are the same, regardless of the manner in which the offense is proven.” This falls under section 316.193 in Florida.

Punishments and fines differ based on the BAL of the offender and the number of previous offenses. As a first time convicted DUI offender you are subject to a minimum $250.00 fine, not to exceed $500.00, if your BAL is higher that .20 or a minor is in the vehicle at the time of the citation fines range from $500.00 to $1,000.00.

Second time offenders can expect more stern policies and punishments. Fines again range from $500.00 to $1,000.00 and $1,000.00 to $2,000.00 for extremely elevated BAL and minor passengers.

As a third time offender more than 10 years after your last DUI offense you are subject to up to $2,500.00 in financial penalties. If your most recent DUI is within 10 years of your last offense you can be find up to $5000.00. Fourth time offenders, and yes they do exist, can expect to pay a minimum of $2,000.00 in fines.

Additionally, a wide range of other penalties can be assessed to any convicted offender such as community service, incarceration, a suspended or restricted license, and probation.

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