Tampa DUI Information Center

An arrest for DUI (driving under the influence) can be a frightening experience. Most people are not fully aware of their legal rights in these matters and may say or do something that negatively impacts their case in an attempt to cooperate with law enforcement. Do not allow yourself to be intimidated by an overly aggressive law enforcement officer. Exercise your right to remain silent and your right to legal counsel and contact a Tampa DUI defense attorney to find out how you can challenge drunk driving charges and avoid imprisonment, fines and the loss of your driver's license. We are highly experienced in fighting these cases, challenging DUI evidence and are ready to review your case to determine how we can assist you.

When you are able to obtain accurate information related to a legal matter, you will be better prepared to face it. This principle applies in situations involving DUI arrests and charges. We created this website to help drivers in Tampa and throughout Florida get information regarding the many different issues that are relevant specifically to drunk driving and driving under the influence of drugs. We have highlighted some of the key topics covered by this site below.

Areas of Practice: DUI Defense

This website has a great deal of information regarding DUI charges in the Tampa area. You can click on any of the links listed to the left or the right of this page to find out more about a particular topic, or you can click on the links we have listed below. You will be directed to a page devoted to that specific subject and can find out basic information, potential penalties for that offense and how our firm can help you.

Why a DUI Attorney?
There are a number of benefits to involving a legal professional if you’ve been arrested for drunk driving. In addition to finding information on this site about this topic, you can see how we can help with your particular case by contacting our firm and undergoing a free consultation with one of our lawyers. Read more about hiring a DUI attorney…

BUI Defense
Just as the driver of a car or truck may face DUI charges, a boat operator may face BUI charges. Our firm handles boating under the influence cases for clients in the Tampa area and stands ready to see how we can assist you. Read more about BUI…

CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) DUI
If you are a commercial driver and are pulled over for suspected drunk driving, your livelihood may be on the line. You rely on your commercial driver’s license for work, and when you involve a lawyer from our firm to handle your case we will do everything we can to protect your driving privileges as well as your freedom. Read more about commercial DUI…

DMV Hearings
In Florida, the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) will automatically initial license suspension proceedings if you are arrested for DUI and fail or refuse a breath test or blood test to determine your blood alcohol concentration. Our firm helps clients at their administrative license suspension hearings to challenge the suspension of their driving privileges. Read more about DHSMV hearings…

DUI Accidents
If you stand accused of causing an auto accident while driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, you may face felony charges and harsh penalties if someone was injured. It is all the more important to work with an experienced Tampa DUI defense lawyer in these situations. Read more about DUI accidents…

DUI Defense
Our firm provides aggressive defense representation to clients facing all types of drunk driving-related charges and is ready to fight for you. We take care to create legal strategies based on a client’s unique needs and work tirelessly to seek the best possible result. Read more about our DUI defense services…

DUI Manslaughter
When a driver in Tampa is accused of causing a fatal car accident while driving under the influence, he or she may face manslaughter charges. DUI manslaughter is a felony offense, and a conviction may result in imprisonment in state prison as well as other penalties. Make sure you involve an attorney who can help you challenge these allegations. Read more about DUI manslaughter…

DUI Penalties
The penalties for DUI will vary depending on the circumstances of the case, but a driver may face license suspension, fines, imprisonment in prison or jail, community service, mandatory DUI School and more. Due to the severity of these penalties, it is important to involve a legal professional who can help you avoid these. Read more about DUI penalties…

Felony DUI
Most standard DUI cases in Tampa are charged as misdemeanors. When certain circumstances exist, however, a driver may face felony charges. This may apply if the driver is accused of causing a car accident that injures or kills another person or if the driver has multiple prior DUI convictions on his or her record. Read more about felony DUI…

Fight Your Drunk Driving Case
It may seem that there is no way to successfully fight your drunk driving charges if you failed a breath test or field sobriety tests. However, there are different ways that an attorney can challenge the evidence against you to help you avoid a conviction. Read more about fighting drunk driving charges…

DUI Expungement
If you have a DUI offense on your record, you may be able to have this sealed or cleared. There are certain factors associated with qualifying, however, so it is important to discuss your options with an attorney. Read more about DUI expungement…

DUI Testing
The police will use a breath or blood test and field sobriety tests to build evidence against a driver suspected of drunk driving. Fortunately, there are ways to challenge DUI testing, and an experienced lawyer will know the right approach. Read more about DUI testing…

Challenging DUI Evidence
Even when there is a good deal of evidence against you, a professional experienced in challenging drunk driving charges may be able to get involved and prove that it should not hold up in court. Read more about challenging DUI evidence…

Field Sobriety Tests
Field sobriety tests gauge a driver’s balance, ability to follow instructions and coordination. The Walk and Turn, One Leg Stand and Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus may be administered after a driver is pulled over to determine whether his or her abilities are impaired by alcohol. Read more about field sobriety tests…

The DUI Breath Test
The breath test is typically the foundation upon which the prosecuting attorney’s case will be built. If a driver takes a breathalyzer and shows a result of .08% or greater, he or she will likely face DUI charges. Even if a driver is accused of “failing” a breath test, there are ways to challenge its validity. Read more about breath tests…

Unlawful Police Stops
To lawfully pull a driver over to the side of the road, a police officer must establish probable cause. Typically, this is a violated traffic law or other behavior that indicates that the driver is operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs. If you were unlawfully stopped, this may impact the outcome of your case. Read more about unlawful police stops…

Frequently Asked Questions
If you were arrested for DUI in Tampa, you probably have a number of questions about your options and your legal rights at this point. We can answer your questions and address your concerns to help you get started in the right direction. Visit our FAQ page…

Multiple DUI Offenses
A driver who has one or more prior DUI convictions on his or her record will face increased penalties for a subsequent violation. A longer term of imprisonment and license suspension may apply, as well as higher fines and the possibility of felony penalties. Read more about multiple DUI…

No Refusal Program
When a Florida driver signs to receive his or her license, there is a clause that states that he or she must submit to chemical testing to determine his or her blood alcohol level, if the driver is lawfully arrested for DUI. This means that failing a breath or blood test may result in license suspension and other penalties. Read more about the no refusal program…

Out of State DUI's
If you are an out-of-state driver arrested for drunk driving in the Tampa area, you need a local attorney to handle your case. These matters have the potential to be complex because you are located in another state. With our experience and skill, however, we may be able to help you avoid having to return for court proceedings as we seek a positive result on your behalf. Read more about out of state DUI…

Reckless Driving
Reckless driving is somewhat of a “catch-all” offense related to driving in a negligent or dangerous manner. Though it is most often associated with excessive speeding, a driver may have DUI charges reduced to reckless driving, a lesser offense. Read more about reckless driving…

Underage DUI
A driver who is under the age of 21 may not operate a motor vehicle with any detectable amount of alcohol in his or her system. If an underage driver is found to have a blood alcohol level of .02% or greater, he or she may face license suspension for 6 months. Enhanced penalties may apply for a second-time offender or a driver with a higher blood alcohol concentration. Read more about underage DUI…

Your Rights
As a driver, you have certain rights if you are faced with DUI charges. One of these is the right to an attorney. At our firm, we are committed to protecting all of our clients’ rights in order to seek the best result possible in criminal court and at their DHSMV hearing. Read more about your rights…

Contact a DUI Lawyer

You can learn more about your unique charges by undergoing a confidential consultation with a professional at our law firm. We recommend this course of action as a first step to receiving the legal help you need.

Contact a Tampa DUI lawyer at our firm today to discuss your charges.