Key Colony Beach, FL DUI Law Firms & Lawyers

Probably not DUI, but similar cases do get charged as physical control under the influence; and the penalties are the same as DUI. Whether the keys are in the ignition or not is not the final answer. You should talk to a lawyer about your case right away, and make sure you contact DOL about any potential license suspensions.

It is highly unlikely you could be charged with a DUI because they would have to have some evidence of your blood alcohol level at the time you were driving. It would not be enough for them to have a witness to testify to what amount of alcohol you consumed prior to driving a vehicle, even if they had you driving away on tape because they still need your BAC. However, in the future it is not a good idea to drive if you have had more than a couple drinks because the BAC standard for intoxication is so low most people do not realize how quick and easy it is to get to. 08.

Absolutely, you should consult with an experienced attorney, who would have many questions about the many issues inherent in any DUI matter.  Those questions would address details of the initial stop and detention, whether there was probable cause to justify the officer's request for a breath test, how it was requested, and many other issues.  It would be very unwise to receive the extremely damaging blemish of a DUI conviction on your record and to suffer its consequences without fully investigating and testing the prosecution's case.  Remember, you are presumed to be innocent, and although mere probable cause is required for an arrest, the much higher standard of proof beyond a reasonable doubt is required for a conviction. Regarding your driver license, you do have both the ability to challenge the suspension and to seek a hardship permit.  There are time limitations, however, and these issues would also be addressed during the consultation that you should seek.