Tampa DUI Lawyers
Driver's License Revocation Periods for DUI - s. 322.271, F.S. and s. 322.28,F.S.
Driver's license suspension or revocation is a matter associated with a Tampa DUI conviction or a failed DMV hearing. Following are the revocation periods for DUI convictions:
- First DUI Conviction:
- 180 day to 1 year license revocation
- Second DUI Conviction:
- Minimum revocation for 5 years
- May be eligible for hardship license after 1 year
- Third DUI Conviction (at any time):
- Minimum 5 year license revocation
- Third DUI Conviction (within 10 years):
- Minimum 10 year license revocation
- May be eligible for hardship license after 2 years
- Fourth DUI Conviction (at any time) / Murder with Motor Vehicle:
- Mandatory permanent driver's license revocation
- No eligibility for hardship license at any time
- DUI Manslaughter:
- Mandatory permanent license revocation
- No prior DUI convictions, may be eligible for hardship license after 5 years
- Manslaughter / DUI Causing Serious Bodily Injury / Vehicular Homicide:
- Minimum 3 year license revocation
DUI Defense Attorneys in Tampa, Florida
An experienced defense lawyer may be able to help you avoid driver's license suspension, as well as the many other penalties associated with a Tampa DUI conviction (imprisonment, fines, community service, vehicle impoundment, etc.) At Thomas & Paulk, we have the knowledge and experience that is necessary to give our clients a fighting chance. We work hard to protect our clients' driving privileges and freedom.
Contact a Tampa DUI attorney at Thomas & Paulk to discuss your charges and how you can avoid driver's license suspension!