DUI Causing Injury

Tampa, FL Drunk Driving Defense Lawyer

What is DUI causing injury? This felony DUI offense is charged against a driver who stands accused of causing an auto accident that in turn causes serious bodily injury to another person, while that driver was under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance. To be considered "under the influence," the driver would need to have an unlawful blood alcohol level, as proven by a breath or blood test, of .08% or greater and/or abilities that were impaired due to alcohol or drug use, as proven by field sobriety tests and other factors.

Have you been arrested for causing serious bodily injury to another person while DUI? You need to involve an attorney as soon as possible. By talking to an experienced professional at Thomas & Paulk, you can find out what you are up against and what can be done to challenge your charges. This is no run-of-the-mill DUI case. If you are convicted, you may face years of imprisonment and thousands of dollars in fines, not to mention the loss of your driver's license. Only a highly skilled Tampa DUI attorney will be able to protect your legal rights and help you seek a positive result to your case.

At our firm, we have more than two decades of combined legal experience to apply to our clients' cases. Our founding attorneys are both former prosecutors who understand how the "other side" works. We use this specific knowledge to anticipate the prosecution's next move and provide more effective defense counsel. Click here to learn more about the burden of proof in DUI injury cases and how we can help you.

Penalties for DUI Causing Serious Bodily Injury

The serious nature of a DUI causing injury charge makes it all the more important to involve a lawyer who can help you avoid a conviction. In Florida, a driver may face third degree felony charges for driving under the influence causing serious bodily injury. This degree of felony offense is punishable by a maximum of 5 years in prison and/or a fine of up to $5,000. In addition to facing the immediate penalties associated with a conviction, a defendant may face a future limited by having a felony conviction on his or her record. This may impact employment and educational opportunities as well as one's reputation and even housing or financial matters.

Make sure you move quickly to call our offices and schedule a confidential consultation and review of your case. We are ready to answer your questions and address any concerns you may have, all so we can help you make the right choices about your case and therefore your future. Contact a Tampa DUI attorney at our offices today!