West Palm Beach DUI Attorney
Aggressive Legal Defense for Florida DUI/DWI Charges
If convicted of driving under the influence—DUI—in Florida, you can face serious penalties, including jail time and the potential to lose your driving privileges. At The Pakett Law Group, PA, our West Palm Beach DUI attorney understands that your future is at risk.
Arrested for drunk driving? Call (561) 286-8411 or contact us onlineto schedule a free case evaluation with our West Palm Beach DUI attorney today.
As your advocate, Attorney Brian Pakett and his team will create a personalized defense to help defend your rights. Our West Palm Beach DUI attorney has successfully assisted countless clients in obtaining favorable resolutions to their DUI cases and are here to help you through this trying time as well. We serve clients in West Palm Beach as well as Rivera Beach, Boyton Beach, and Lake Worth.
Understanding Florida DUI Charges
In the state of Florida, a motorist can be charged with a DUI for operating a vehicle while "under the influence" of drugs and/or with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08% or above.
How are DUI Charges Determined?
DUI charges are serious crimes and require exceptional defense. Prosecutors will take into consideration a variety of aspects when charging you with a DUI, including:
- how much alcohol was in your system at the time of your arrest,
- if your driving caused any accidents or injuries,
- and how fast or otherwise recklessly you were driving.
These and other factors could leave you facing a misdemeanor, felony, or even an extreme case such as intoxication assault or intoxication manslaughter.
Florida Implied Consent Law
Florida's Implied Consent law states that any individual who accepts the privileges of driving in Florida has given their consent to submit to lawful requests for chemical or physical testing, such as urine or breath tests, in order to determine the alcohol content of their blood or breath. This can include testing for controlled substances.
DUI Penalties in Florida
Penalties for DUIs are typically also based on whether this is a first or subsequent offense. For example:
- First-time offenders face one year of probation, 50 hours of community service, and a ten-day vehicle impoundment. They may also have to pay a fine and/or serve time in jail if the driver had a minor passenger in the vehicle with them and/or a BAC of .15% or more.
- Second offenders can face a minimum of ten days in jail, five-year license revocation, 30-day vehicle impoundment, and fines.
- Third offenders are charged with a felony if the DUI occurs within ten years of a prior. This will require between one month to five years in jail, a 90-day vehicle impoundment, a ten-year driver's license revocation, and potential fines.
Whether you are a minor or an adult, a commercial driver or a civilian, you need to have an experienced attorney on your side. Call a trusted West Palm Beach DUI lawyer as soon as you are arrested.
What is the 10 Day Rule For a DUI in Florida?
The 10-day rule for DUI in Florida refers to the deadline for requesting a hearing to challenge the administrative suspension of your license. If you are arrested for DUI and refuse to take a breathalyzer or blood test or take the test and register a BAC of .08% or higher, the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) will suspend your license automatically. In order to challenge this administrative suspension, you must request a hearing with the DHSMV within 10 days of your arrest. If you fail to request a hearing during this 10-day period, it will result in the automatic suspension of your license.
Can You Get a DUI Expunged in Florida?
You cannot get a DUI conviction sealed or expunged in Florida, but you may be able to seal or expunge a DUI arrest. Our West Palm Beach DUI attorney may be able to help, contact us today!
West Palm Beach DUI Attorney Fighting for Clients
At The Pakett Law Group, PA, our West Palm Beach DUI attorney understands that this time in your life can be difficult, and will work quickly and efficiently to help provide you with personalized defense. We take the time to listen to you, we do not rush your intake process, and we keep your best interests in mind.
Florida DUI Resources
Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office
West Palm Beach Sheriff's Office
FDLE Alcohol Testing Program - Florida Department of Law Enforcement
Don't face your DUI charges alone. Call (561) 286-8411 today for a free consultation from a dedicated West Palm Beach DUI attorney.



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