What You Need to Know About Florida's DUI Laws
Summary: Florida has a zero-tolerance policy for drivers under the age of 21 who are caught driving with any amount of alcohol in their system. The legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers over 21 is 0.08%, but drivers can still be charged with a DUI if their BAC is lower if they are impaired. Refusing to take a breathalyzer test can result in automatic driver's license suspension. Penalties for a DUI conviction in Florida can include fines, jail time, community service, and driver's license suspension or revocation. Repeat DUI offenders in Florida face harsher penalties, including longer jail time and mandatory installation of an ignition interlock device. Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious crime in Florida that can result in harsh penalties, including fines, jail time, and driver's license suspension. If you have been charged with a DUI in Florida , it is important to under...