An arrest for driving under the influence (DUI) leads to a driver’s license suspension. The length of the suspension depends on several factors. If you are facing a DUI charge, speak with a dedicated DUI attorney as soon as possible.
Our team at Keys Criminal Defense, PLLC advocates for people facing DUI charges and Key West DUI driver’s license suspensions. Contact us today to discuss your case.
In Key West, suspension of driving privileges for DUI begins at the time of arrest. The administrative suspension takes effect immediately if your breath test result is 0.08 or greater, or if you refuse to take a breath test.
When an administrative suspension begins, you can request a 10-day temporary permit. The state issues this permit to allow you time to file a formal review to appeal the administrative suspension. If you fail the breath test and the test shows 0.08 or greater, your license will be administratively suspended for a minimum of six months. If you refuse to take the breath test, there will be a one-year automatic suspension for the first refusal and an 18-month automatic suspension for a second or subsequent refusal.
You can also make a hardship appeal within the 10-day window. You may be eligible to receive a hardship-restricted license, which allows you to drive to and from school or work only. To have this considered, you must enroll in DUI school and waive the formal review hearing. An experienced DUI defense attorney from our team could answer your questions about the 10-day rule and its consequences during an initial consultation.
In addition to the administrative driver’s license suspension, a DUI conviction in Key West will result in additional revocation of your license. For a first DUI offense, the revocation period can range from 180 days to one year. A second conviction will result in a suspension of at least five years if it occurs within five years of the first revocation. The state will impose a minimum 10-year revocation if you receive a third DUI conviction. If convicted of a fourth DUI charge, you will have your license permanently revoked.
To reinstate your driver’s license after a suspension for a DUI charge in Key West, you must complete a state-approved DUI school. In addition, you must
Our lawyers at Keys Criminal Defense, PLLC are highly experienced in defending against DUI charges and can help you understand the steps you must take to reinstate your license.
A DUI arrest can result in suspension of your driving privileges. If you are facing DUI charges, you need to speak with an experienced Key West DUI driver’s license suspension attorney to understand your rights.
Our team at Keys Criminal Defense, PLLC, advocates for people facing DUI charges. We could evaluate the details of your arrest, challenge procedural errors, and develop a defense strategy tailored to your situation. If you are facing a DUI charge, contact us at Keys Criminal Defense, PLLC today.
