Most people who live in Florida know that the legal blood alcohol content (BAC) limit is .08 for the purposes of driving under the influence (DUI) cases. What many if not most people do not know is that Florida has enacted a “zero tolerance” policy regarding DUI by those drivers under the age of twenty-one. This policy was the direct result of the states realization that many alcohol related incidents involved minors. Thus to combat that rising issue, the state mandates that any minor whose breath test results reveal a .02 BAC or higher is subject to immediate arrest for juvenile DUI. If you or your child has been charged with this particular type of DUI, contact Musca Law as soon as possible to discuss all of your available options.

The consequences of this type of  DUI in Fort Lauderdale can be particularly bad and they can affect every aspect of a young person’s life for decades to follow if not handled properly and in a timely fashion. Dealing with the problem early is of paramount import, and a Fort Lauderdale DUI attorney can greatly increase your chances of mitigation of the case. There are many options that can be examined for individuals in this position, ranging from pre-trial intervention to suppression or exclusion of certain pieces of potentially damaging evidence. In many instances, successful Fort Lauderdale DUI attorneys can fight the DUI charge itself, by arguing against the admissibility of important and possibly damaging evidence.

Issues involved with getting license reinstated

On its own different level, a typical DUI case carries with it some civil driver’s license sanctions. Drivers are subject to vehicle-forfeitures and can often lose their driving privileges for up to six months. The first step, though, is to immediately contact a Fort Lauderdale DUI lawyer who can and will be able to arrange for a formal review hearing. During that process, Musca Law will stay with you and fight the license suspension and present the appropriate evidence in your favor. It is often possible to overturn the suspension, and-or receive a temporary license. Regardless of the outcome, Fort Lauderdale DUI lawyers will tell you that this process is a vitally important part of your fighting of the DUI charge.

Although juveniles face tougher standards, the standard of care required of officers is also greater. There are many defenses that a skilled, competent, and experienced attorney might use to either fight the charge altogether or to push for a lesser charge (plea bargain down). Oftentimes, deal making can save a juvenile from the very ugly blunder that would have otherwise been on his or her record for years if not forever. This can also save thousands of dollars in insurance costs that accompany a conviction for juvenile DUI.

It is important for both minors and their parents to understand and contemplate clearly these risks and contact Musca Law immediately for advice on how to handle the situation.

What Happens After A DUI Arrest?, After you are arrested on charges of DUI, you are required to pay a bond for securing bail. You can pay the full amount of the bond or appoint a commercial bail bondsman to pay the sum on your behalf. If the latter is the case, you are required to pay a percentage of the bond money to the bondsman as a non-refundable fee. In case you pay the bond amount, you are liable to get a refund of the entire amount if you are acquitted by the Court. In case somebody other than the bail bondsman pays the amount, you are advised to have the individual assign the rights of the bond to you once he gets reimbursed. This entire process of assignment is conducted efficiently by a Fort Lauderdale DUI Lawyer.

After you are arrested, you will be notified through a mail about the date fixed for appearing at the Court. At the time of your appearance at the Court, you will be required to file a plea of either guilty, not guilty, or no contest. It is always advisable to plead not guilty as you may affect your chances of contesting the evidence, the right to file motions, and exert your rights. By pleading not guilty, you are entitled to be represented by an Attorney who will investigate whether your rights were violated by the Police. The Defense Counsel is given adequate time to investigate all that occurred prior to the arrest, so that they can defend the accused. An experienced Fort Lauderdale DUI Lawyer will proceed with the motion to suppress evidence before your DUI trial. The issues raised in the motion to suppress evidence include whether your rights were violated, the Police Officers had sufficient cause to arrest you, whether your statement was in violation of the Miranda Rights, or the samples of your urine or the breath test was properly conducted.