Florida DUI Fines – DUI Fines in Florida

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Fines for Florida DUI convictions can range from a minimum of $250, to a maximum of $2,000, depending upon whether the case is a first-offense DUI, and upon other aggravating factors.

First Conviction: Not less than $250, or more than $500. With Blood/Breath Alcohol Level (BAL) of .20 or higher or minor in the vehicle: Not less than $500, or more than $1,000.

Second Conviction: Not less than $500, or more than $1,000. With BAL of .20 or higher or minor in the vehicle: Not less than $1,000, or more than $2,000.

Third Conviction More than 10 years: Not less than $1,000, or more than $2,500. With BAL of .20 or higher or minor in the vehicle: Not less than $2,000.

Third Conviction Within 10 years: Not more than $5,000. With BAL of .20 or higher or minor in the vehicle. Not less than $2,000.

Fourth or Subsequent Conviction: Not less than $1,000. With BAL of .20 or higher or minor in the vehicle, not less than $2,000.

Community service is mandatory for a first conviction of DUI (50 hours), or an additional fine or a buy out fee of $10 for each hour of community service required. For a first-offense DUI, the total period of probation and jail may not exceed one year.

If you or a loved one has been charged with a DUI contact an experienced Florida DUI Lawyer. The Law Offices of Jeffrey N. Ivashuk can review your case with you for free and review the options available. An expereinced Florida DUI Lawyer representing you can help reduce fines and may be able to get charges dismissed.

Florida DUI Potential Jail Time

At the court’s discretion, sentencing terms may be served in a residential alcoholism or drug abuse treatment program, credited toward term of imprisonment.

First Conviction: Not more than 6 months. With BAL of .20 or higher or minor in the vehicle: Not more than 9 months.

Second Conviction:Not more than 9 months. With BAL of .20 or higher or minor in the vehicle: Not more than 12 months. If second conviction within 5 years, mandatory imprisonment of at least 10 days. At least 48 hours of confinement must be consecutive.

Third Conviction: If third conviction within 10 years, mandatory imprisonment of at least 30 days. At least 48 hours of confinement must be consecutive. If third conviction more than 10 years, imprisonment for not more than 12 months.

Fourth or Subsequent Conviction: Not more than 5 years or as provided in s.775.084, Florida Statutes, as habitual/violent offender