Tampa DUI Defense Attorney
Experienced Defense against Drunk Driving and DUI Charges in Tampa
A DUI or DWI charge can happen to virtually anyone. Even the most responsible drivers make mistakes and find themselves facing drunk driving charges. When you have been arrested for DUI, you need a lawyer who will aggressively defend you from license revocation, large fines, increased insurance premiums, and jail time.
Tampa DUI defense lawyer William Hanlon leverages a comprehensive understanding of Florida’s drunk driving laws. He can help you understand the potential consequences you face if you have been arrested for drunk driving and mount the strongest possible defense against your charges.
| Fines and sentences for DUI and DWI | |||
| DUI Penalties | 1st DUI | 2nd DUI (Within 5 yrs) | 3rd DUI (within 10yrs. of 2nd) or Felony |
| Charts created by the Florida Law Group ∗ minimum mandatory (MMS) | |||
| Jail | 0-180 days (>.20) 0 – 270 days | 10-270 days (>.20) 10-270 days | $250 – $500(>.20) $500 – $1000 |
| Fine | $250 – $500 (>.20) $500 – $1000 | $500 – $1000 (>.20) $1000 – $5000 | $1000 – $5000 (>.20) $2000 – $5000 |
| License Suspension | 6 Months – 1 Year | 5 Years | 10 Years |
| Business Purposes License | YES, after 30 Days | Refusal – 90 Days | 1 Year (after conviction) |
| Interlock | If court ordered (>.20) Up to 6 mos. | At least 1 year (>.20) At least 2 yrs. | At least 2 years |
| Immobilization of Vehicle | 10 Days | 30 Days | 90 Days |
DUI Breathalyzer Tests and the Facts
William has nearly 20 years of experience fighting DUI charges, allowing him to offer you advice on a wide range of issues relating to your arrest, including Breathalyzer results and DUI arrest procedures. He will determine if police officers made a legal traffic stop and will make sure the field sobriety, blood or urine tests were conducted properly. In many cases, Will is able to reduce DUI charges to reckless driving, which carry less serious penalties.
Protecting Your License
Did you know that you have only 10 days from the date of your arrest to try to keep your driver’s license by requesting a Formal Review Hearing with the DMV? William will help you address every aspect of your DUI defense proceedings, and will represent you during the criminal and administrative hearings stemming from your charges. His detailed approach to DUI defense cases is designed to limit the harm done to your driving record, your finances and your freedom.
Contact Attorney Hanlon online or call 813-334-3910 to schedule a free consultation to discuss your specific DUI defense needs.
