Tampa's DUI Lawyers

DEFENDING YOU FROM DRUNK DRIVING CHARGES

Have you been arrested for driving under the influence in Tampa or Hillsborough County? If so, you need a DUI attorney who will aggressively defend you and protect your rights. You have a limited amount of time to fight your charge, so call us today. We have the experience, dedication and expertise to fight your Tampa DUI charges.

We are aggressive criminal defense attorneys, with years of experience defending clients who have been charged with DUI in Tampa and throughout Florida. We have been successfully defending those who have been charged with driving under the influence and protecting your rights to drive and avoid jail for many years.

Our firm is centrally located in Tampa, and our lawyers have over 25 years of combined experience representing individuals charged with DUI and other criminal offenses. We have successfully provided drunk driving defense to hundreds of clients throughout Florida, including those with complex charges or multiple DUIs. At our firm, we are dedicated to protecting our clients' rights and freedom. With our experience in challenging evidence (including breath test and blood test results and standardized field sobriety tests and non-standardized field sobriety tests) and conducting aggressive cross-examinations of arresting officers, we are confident in our ability to seek a positive result to your case. Additionally, our attorneys have been featured on news programs such as Fox 13 and ABC News discussing the No Refusal Program.

If you have been charged with driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol call a Tampa DUI Attorney from our firm immediately for a free consultation. Call (800) 239-3195 to speak with an experienced DUI lawyer right now! You can read more about DUI below:

Driving Under the Influence Driving under the influence, most commonly referred to as DUI, is a crime that occurs when a driver operates a vehicle (car, truck, motorcycle or even boat) with a blood alcohol level of .08% or greater or while his or her normal abilities are impaired by alcohol or a controlled substance. Just because you were arrested and charged for DUI does not mean you are guilty. Driving Under The Influence of Alcohol is most frequently charged as a misdemeanor, but in some cases a defendant may face felony charges. Felony DUI charges typically apply when a defendant has multiple prior DUI-related convictions on his or her record, stands accused of causing an injury accident or is accused of causing the death of another person while driving under the influence. Enhanced penalties will apply in the event of felony charges, with years of imprisonment in state prison as a possible sentence. If you have been charged with this crime, it's important to talk to a lawyer at our firm right away. Not all DUI attorneys are the same. We have the experience and results to help fight these charges and will guide you through this whole process. Don't delay, you only have 10 days to act to save your license. More about DUI		DUI Charges in Tampa Our experienced DUI attorneys are devoted to obtaining successful results for our clients. We offer defense for a variety of issues, including: DUI accidents, Boating under the influence, Out of state drivers DUI, DUI manslaughter, Underage DUI Multiple driving under the influence cases. After being charged with a DUI, you also are required to have a DMW hearing to protect your license. At your DMV hearing and in criminal court, we will use our specific experience in this field and our extensive resources to fight for the best possible result. We can also help with DUI expungement if you were previously convicted of this offense and are interested in having your criminal record sealed or cleared. In every case we handle, we take care to keep you, the client, well-informed so you know what is going on every step of the way. We also work tirelessly for our clients, leaving no defense strategy unexplored as we seek a dismissal or acquittal. More about DUI Charges
Why hire an attorney? Most of our clients are good people who find themselves in bad situations. We believe it's our duty to prove our clients' innocence and help them work through their legal issues in a timely and effective manner. Our attorneys have extensive experience and training in Florida law, and use our expertise to obtain the best results possible for our clients. With an experienced DUI attorney from our firm on your side, you will be sure to get the service and dedication you demand. We offer free consultations, so call us today! Remember, your case is extremely important to us. Our lawyers work around the clock, and are always available to answer questions, give advice, and discuss any issues that may arise. Furthermore, each and every client receives the personalized attention and dedicated legal care they deserve. Our website has a wealth of information about driving under the influence, so please feel free to browse around and learn more about the process. More about why you need a DUI lawyer		Free DUI Case Evaluation If you have been charged with driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, you need an experienced lawyer to represent you. Contact a Tampa DUI attorney at Thomas & Paulk today for your free consultation at (800) 239-3195! We defend individuals throughout Tampa and Hillsborough County, Florida who have been charged with DUI. Taking advantage of the free consultation that we offer is the first step to take in fighting your criminal DUI charges and the suspension of your license. You probably have a number of questions to be answered and may have various concerns. Let a lawyer at our firm address these so you can make a well-informed decision about your case and even about hiring a DUI attorney at this point. Free DUI Consultation.

DUI Defense in Hillsborough County, Florida

Because of our experience fighting for those charged with DUI, we understand the right approach to DUI defense and our team of professionals are able to develop strategies that address a client's unique needs and the particular circumstances surrounding his or her arrest and charges. We have the resources and access to professionals in forensics, private investigation and medicine to thoroughly investigate our clients' charges and then build compelling cases that identify and expose weaknesses in the prosecution's case. We may reveal that the initial police stop was unlawful because the arresting officer did not have probable cause to believe that the driver had violated a traffic law or was under the influence of alcohol or drugs. We may effectively have breath test results dismissed because the breath test device was not properly calibrated. No matter the specific circumstances involved, we will take the approach that best protects our clients' rights and interests. Click here to read more about DUI defense.

About Field Sobriety Tests & DUI Arrests

Although field sobriety tests and breath and blood tests are helpful for law enforcement officers in determining if an individual is under the influence of alcohol, they are not foolproof. Sometimes people are punished for DUI based on erroneous evidence from one of these tests. There are three main standardized field sobriety tests used in Florida. The walk and turn test and one leg stand test are divided attention tests which require the driver to maintain balance and concentration. The third test is the horizontal gaze nystagmus which looks for involuntary jerking in the eye. However, this jerking can be caused by other factors, such as medications, seizures, and strokes. In regards to breath tests, the breathalyzer device may not be calibrated correctly or another malfunction may have occurred. You should not be sent to jail because of a mistake. Call today to discuss your case in full.

Our Tampa lawyers are equipped with the knowledge and drive to fight your charges throughout every step of the legal process. Don't risk your future, call us today for a free drunk driving case evaluation!

If you have been arrested and charged with driving under the influence, a lawyer at our firm can provide you with the aggressive defense, legal guidance, and resources that you need to overcome your charges. We know you are probably worried about whether or not you will be sentenced to jail, lose your driver's license, attend DUI school, or be required to pay large fines and court fees you can't afford. You may even face increased insurance costs for years after your conviction. We understand what you're going through and want to alleviate your stresses by providing you with the unrelenting defense you need to be successful in court. As your DUI attorney, we are committed to doing whatever we can to convince the judge you are innocent and disprove the prosecution's case.