DUI Defense Lawyer in New Smyrna Beach

What to Expect After a DUI Arrest and How We Can Help

The first hours and days after a DUI arrest can be confusing. You may have been taken to the Volusia County Branch Jail in Daytona Beach, given a breath test, or faced with deciding whether to submit to a blood draw. Soon after, you’ll receive paperwork regarding both your criminal charge and a likely administrative suspension of your driver’s license by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles.

Step 1: Immediate Deadlines

You have only 10 days from the date of your arrest to request a hearing to challenge the administrative suspension of your license. We can quickly file the necessary paperwork and may be able to help you secure a temporary driving permit, keeping you on the road while your case moves forward.

Step 2: Case Review and Investigation

Our experienced DUI defense attorney knows how to look for mistakes, whether that’s errors in police procedure, faulty field sobriety testing, or improper breathalyzer calibration. For example, the breath-testing equipment used has strict maintenance and operational requirements, and any deviations can be critical to your defense.

Step 3: Building a Customized Defense

Every DUI case is unique. We can help you determine whether to challenge the stop itself, negotiate for reduced charges, or fight for a full dismissal. The information we uncover in the case review part of the process is vital to how we proceed. 

Step 4: Resolution and Moving Forward

A DUI arrest does not have to define you. With the right legal counsel, you may be able to avoid jail, keep your job, and protect your reputation. Many clients are surprised at how much can be done to improve their situation once an experienced DUI defense lawyer takes control of the case.