If you or someone you love is charged with a DUI, our Orange City criminal DUI lawyer will help you build a strong defense. Our Orange City criminal defense attorneys can delve into your case in detail, reviewing the circumstances of your arrest and the probable cause that led to it. Our client-focused team will explain DUI law, sentencing guidelines, and the role they play in determining the outcome of your case.
At Bogin, Munns & Munns, we fight hard to protect the clients we serve from the worst possible outcome of criminal prosecution. We carefully scrutinize the state’s evidence and its witnesses. Our team provides legal guidance when you need it most. Your case and your freedom are important to every member of our team, so we fight hard for your right from the start.
Criminal DUI Penalties Can Derail Your Personal and Professional Life
The penalties you face if convicted of DUI depend on the severity of the charges you face. The penalties for a misdemeanor conviction can be harsh. The penalties for a felony conviction can be even harsher.
While the state can and will penalize you if convicted, other after-effects of conviction can impact your life. These can include:
- Temporary loss of the ability to vote
- Restrictions on your employment options
- Loss of certain professional licenses
- Potential loss of your driver’s license
- Damage to your professional reputation
- Damage to your standing in your community
Our criminal DUI attorneys can help you fight to preserve your future. We stop at nothing to ensure the best possible result for you. Our goal is to help you achieve a second chance at a bright future for you and your family. We also know how costly it can be to lose your driving privileges in Orange City, so we fight hard to help you retain or regain them.
We Will Ensure Your Rights Were Not Violated During Your Arrest in Orange City
Every citizen of the state of Florida has rights that must be respected even upon arrest. Police are required to read the Miranda Warning to you in full and in a language you understand. In addition:
- Any questioning or interviewing must stop when you request a lawyer
- The police must have probable cause to arrest you in the first place
If either does not occur, your rights have been violated, and our legal team can use these facts to bolster your defense and fight to have the charges against you downgraded or dismissed. Do not hesitate to share any action you believe violated your rights with one of our team members.
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Penalties the State of Florida Can Impose for Criminal DUI Conviction
At Bogin, Munns & Munns, we do not provide one-size-fits-all legal services. Our law firm provides individualized legal guidance and support to every client we represent. When we accept your case, we explain the penalties you face and the role of your criminal and driving history in the sentencing phase of your case.
According to Florida Statutes § 316.193, criminal DUI penalties can include:
- First DUI: Up to six months of incarceration and up to $1,000 in fines
- Second DUI: Up to nine months of incarceration and up to $2,000 in fines
- Third DUI: Up to a year of incarceration and up to $5,000 in fines
You could also face much longer periods of incarceration or imprisonment and higher fines due to sentence enhancements. These can happen if:
- A minor child is present in your car
- An accident causes bodily harm
- An accident leads to a fatality
This list is not exhaustive, and many other factors can elevate the charges against you or make our case ineligible for plea bargaining. When our law firm represents you, we explain in detail the penalties you are facing and the steps we take to limit the damage to you immediate and distant future.
Our Orange City Criminal DUI Lawyer Will Review the Details of Your DUI Arrest
You may be surprised at the ways the circumstances of your arrest can impact your case. If your arrest was not handled in a lawful manner, our law firm will get to the bottom of it. When our criminal DUI lawyer reviews your Orange City arrest, we:
- Listen to your story with kindness and compassion
- Never pass judgment on you or your actions
- Ensure your version of events is represented
- Identify any areas of concern during your arrest
- Challenge any blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) testing equipment and results
At Bogin, Munns & Munns, we give your case the careful scrutiny it warrants and fight hard to protect you from the harshest punishment. We will fight hard to have the charges against you dropped or reduced.
Steps Our Criminal DUI Lawyer Takes to Limit the State’s Harshest Penalties
When our law firm represents you, we leverage every available opportunity to mitigate the damage of a conviction. One of the tools we may use to your advantage is plea bargaining.
Plea agreements are beneficial to you and to the state because they allow both parties to avoid the uncertainty of a trial. They save time and expense for the state. They allow you to know what the immediate future will hold. Plea bargains can lead to lower charges, lighter sentences, and lower fines.
It can be difficult to negotiate a plea on your own. When our law firm is on your side, our familiarity with state law and the plea agreement system means we can fight hard for a favorable outcome.
Contact Our Criminal Defense Team Now
Are you or someone you love facing conviction on a criminal DUI charge, potentially lengthy incarceration, and hefty fines? We can help. Our criminal DUI lawyer helps clients in Orange City build a solid defense strategy and fight for their future. We will offer you the same 360-degree client support.
Find out how hard we go to bat for you and learn more about your defense options by contacting our Bogin, Munns & Munns case review team to get started today.
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