Miami-Dade County Multiple DUI Attorney

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If you have been charged with driving under the influence (DUI) in Miami-Dade County, you may be facing a serious legal matter. The State of Florida takes DUI offenses very seriously, and you could be facing a variety of penalties if you are found guilty. You may be charged with a first, second, or third DUI offense, depending on the circumstances of your case.

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Depending on the circumstances of your case, you could be facing a first, second, or third DUI offense, which could result in increased penalties.

• For example, the penalties for a second DUI offense are generally more severe than those for a first offense.

In addition to the penalties that you may be facing, you may also be required to install an ignition interlock device (IID) in your vehicle. An IID is a device that is installed in your vehicle that will test your breath for alcohol before allowing your vehicle to start. If your breath tests at a certain level, your vehicle will not start. IIDs can be inconvenient, but they are the only way to ensure that you are not drinking and driving.

At The Law Offices of Eric M. Matheny, P.A., we understand that you may have questions and concerns about your DUI charge. Our Miami-Dade DUI attorney is here to help you understand your legal options and to work to help you achieve the best possible outcome in your case.

DUI Penalties in Florida

In Florida, the penalties for a DUI offense will depend on the severity of the offense and the number of prior offenses. A first offense DUI is a misdemeanor, and the penalties can include:

• A minimum $500 fine
• A minimum of 9 days in jail
• Community service
• License suspension

A second offense DUI is a misdemeanor as well, and the penalties can include:

• A minimum $1,000 fine
• A minimum of 30 days in jail
• Community service
• License suspension

A third offense DUI is a third degree felony, and the penalties can include:

• A minimum $2,000 fine
• A minimum of 9 months in prison
• A minimum of 5 years of probation
• License suspension

In addition to the penalties listed above, you may be required to install an IID in your vehicle. An IID is a device that is installed in your vehicle that will test your breath for alcohol before allowing your vehicle to start. If your breath tests at a certain level, your vehicle will not start. IIDs can be inconvenient, but they are the only way to ensure that you are not drinking and driving.

Call The Law Offices of Eric M. Matheny, P.A. Today for a Free Consultation!

If you have been charged with a DUI offense, we can help. At The Law Offices of Eric M. Matheny, P.A., we have extensive experience in DUI defense, and we can work to help you understand your legal options and fight your DUI charges.

Contact our Miami Lakes DUI lawyer at (305) 504-6655 to schedule your free consultation today!