How many hours of alcohol classes will I have to take following a drunk driving conviction in Florida?
Following any DUI conviction in the state of Florida, you’re going to be required to complete what’s called DUI School. For a first offense, DUI school lasts 12 hours, and for a second or subsequent DUI conviction, DUI school last 21 hours. So you’re required to complete one of those courses depending on if… Read More »
What is a DRE?
A DRE is known as a drug recognition expert. These are law enforcement officers that have been to two weeks of training and are designed to be able to determine whether or not someone’s under the influence of a chemical controlled substance. So with two weeks of training, they’re supposed to be able to… Read More »
How much does it cost to hire an attorney in a DUI case in Florida?
The cost to hire an attorney in a DUI case in the state of Florida varies on the facts of the case. Typically, for a routine DUI case fees can get as low as $2500 or so for a first time misdemeanor DUI with nothing aggregating. Then obviously if it’s a felony DUI or… Read More »
What is an ignition interlock device?
An ignition interlock device is a device that’s installed to the ignition of your car, where you would have to provide a breath sample into the device in order for you to start your car. It’s typically designed for people that have been convicted of certain DUI offenses where the courts want to make… Read More »
