West Palm Beach Juvenile DUI Attorneys
Florida takes its drunk driving laws very seriously, especially when an underage drunk driver is involved. While adult drivers are held to the 0.08% blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit, minors under the age of 21 can be arrested for driving with much less alcohol in their system. Under Florida law the BAC limit for minors is 0.02%, or essentially one drink or less. Anyone under age 21 who is suspected of driving with even a small amount of alcohol in his or her system may be charged with DUI or DWI in Florida.
Drunk Driving Charges and Penalties
If you have been arrested for DUI or DWI as a minor, you are likely anxious about the possibility of a conviction and are unsure of how you should prepare for your case. A single drunk driving conviction can be life-changing, severely limiting your future educational, financial, and professional opportunities. If you are convicted, your license will be suspended for 6 months for a first-time offense and you may be required to complete an alcohol abuse awareness course. Other penalties may include:
- Jail time
- Fines
- Community service hours
- Probation
Defending Your Case
If you are a minor or the parent of a minor who has been arrested for drunk driving, contact our experienced West Palm Beach juvenile DUI lawyers as soon as possible. We are prepared to aggressively represent your case and will fight to prevent the suspension of your license immediately following your arrest. We will scrutinize all of the evidence brought against you to help ensure that you remain innocent unless proven guilty beyond reasonable doubt. In the event that the prosecution has a strong case against you, we will work to negotiate a reduced sentence focused on rehabilitation instead of harsh punishment so that you are given a second chance.
Contact Us
For sound legal advice and assistance regarding your juvenile drunk driving charges, contact the West Palm Beach juvenile DUI lawyers of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A. by calling 561-353-2800.
