200 E Forsyth St
Jacksonville, FL 32202
Phone (904) 355-1999
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DUI Defense
The Law Offices of Richard R. Kuritz
Effective DUI Defense Attorneys in Jacksonville, Florida
If you or a loved one has been charged with DUI in Florida, do not hesitate to call The Law Firm of Richard R. Kuritz at (904) 355-1999. At The Law Offices of Richard R. Kuritz, our criminal defense lawyers will help you make effective decisions that will greatly impact the outcome of your case. Our law firm is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and we are fully prepared to provide you with aggressive and reliable legal representation and defense.
Driving Under the Influence (DUI) is the criminal act of operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated by drugs and/or with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or higher. In the state of Florida, most charges involving DUI are classified as misdemeanors. However, DUI charges can sometimes be elevated to felony class, particularly if the accused has prior DUI convictions, has caused bodily harm to another person, or has caused extensive property damage.
A conviction for DUI (called DWI in some states) is a serious crime with wide-reaching consequences that can cause problems for years. At our law firm we know how confusing your arrest probably was – and how much confusion you still have ahead. You need an experienced DUI defense lawyer who knows the law and can help you minimize the consequences of your charges.
Some people unfortunately underestimate the seriousness of a DUI charge and choose to represent themselves in court. This is usually a huge mistake, as the average person does not have the experience or knowledge needed to contest the case presented by Florida law enforcement and county prosecutors. DUI conviction and serious legal consequences often result when the accused does not hire an experienced DUI defense attorney like those at our Jacksonville law firm.
Criminal and Administrative - The Two Aspects of a DUI Charge
In the criminal component of the DUI case, The Law Offices of Richard R. Kuritz will review evidence including the Florida breathalyzer results (blood alcohol content level, or BAC), police reports, and witness statements. We will explain to you your options and take your case to trial if you so choose. Depending on the circumstances, you may be able to enter a non-criminal plea (driving while impaired). From the moment you retain our legal services, we will protect your rights and fight to win.
In the administrative part of your case, your DUI defense lawyer will help you apply for hardship driving privileges. Various damages may be minimized, depending on your driving history.
A DUI charge can come with consequences ranging from points on your license to license revocation or suspension, substantial fines, required driving classes, and large increases in your insurance rates, not to mention the time and energy spent on resolving the charges. Your DUI lawyer from the Law Offices of Richard R. Kuritz can guide you through the process to help limit the consequences; for this reason you should call in a defense attorney from our law firm immediately to minimize direct dealings with law enforcement. Taking immediate action, our experienced DUI attorneys can ensure that your rights are protected. We will challenge the prosecutions evidence with the goal of having your DUI charges reduced or dismissed altogether.
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