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• Finebloom & Haenel: Driving Under the Influence can be either a misdemeanor or felony, depending on the number of prior DUI convictions or the seriousness of the offense. If you have ever been charged with a DUI, it is imperative that you retain an attorney as quickly as possible.  YOU ONLY HAVE 10 DAYS TO CHALLENGE YOUR LICENSE SUSPENSION FOLLOWING AN ARREST FOR DUI.
• Audrey Bear: DUI is a serious offense in Florida.  The first and second convictions are misdemeanors, but the Legislature has now made a third and fourth offense a felony.  If you are arrested for a DUI, it is recommended that you consult an attorney as soon as possible. A formal review with the Department of Motor Vehicles could result in the return of your license while your case is pending.  You must request the review by following the directions on the back of your citation.  But complying with the DMV timetable is crucial.
• Thomas Hudson: BAC over .08 is an independent offense, as is each injury or item of property damage. Under 21, BAC limit is .02. No mandatory jail on first offense.
• James Dirmann: Does the car have to be moving for me to be guilty of DUI? No. You can be arrested for DUI by driving while over the legal BAC in your state or while impaired. But, you need not actually operate the car in order to be arrested. You can still be found guilty if you had the capability and power to dominate, direct, or regulate the vehicle, regardless of whether you were exercising that capability or power at the time of the arrest. In other words, simply sitting behind the wheel with the keys in the ignition can lead to your arrest for DUI by being in "actual physical control" of the car.
• John A. Jabro: Many people arrested for DUI reach this conclusion after reviewing the evidence the state intends to use against them. They mistakenly believe that an explanation of their activities on the night of their arrest, including what, when and where they had been drinking, will convince the police to let them go or call a cab. Instead, the arresting officer will make note the comments which will be later used in the State's prosecution.