The Palm Beach County DUI diversion program lets eligible first time offenders plead guilty to reckless driving instead of DUI. Its official name is the Palm Beach County 1st Time DUI Offender Program. The State Attorney’s Office for the 15th Judicial…
DUI vs DWI in Florida: Which Term the State Uses
DUI vs DWI in Florida comes down to one fact. Florida law uses only the term DUI. DUI stands for driving under the influence, and it is the single charge for impaired driving under Florida Statute 316.193. DWI, or driving while…
Florida DUI School Certificate: How It Reaches DHSMV
Your Florida DUI school certificate reaches DHSMV through your licensed DUI program, which reports your completion directly to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. You do not mail it to the state yourself. If you lose your certificate,…
Third DUI in Florida: When It Becomes a Felony
A third DUI in Florida becomes a third degree felony when the new offense happens within 10 years of a prior DUI conviction. If both earlier convictions are older than 10 years, the charge usually stays a misdemeanor. That single date…
What Happens If You Don’t Complete DUI School in Florida
If you don’t complete DUI school in Florida, the DHSMV cancels your driver license and keeps it canceled until you finish the course. That applies to hardship licenses and fully reinstated licenses alike. On top of the license cancellation, missing your…
Florida DUI Substance Abuse Evaluation: What to Expect
The Florida DUI substance abuse evaluation is a one-hour private interview with a licensed evaluator that every DUI offender must complete. It is required by Florida law as part of your DUI program, and it happens before or alongside your classroom…
Florida DUI License Suspension Periods: How Long?
A Florida DUI license suspension can last anywhere from six months to permanently, depending on your BAC, your test results, and your prior record. Most drivers face two separate suspensions after a single arrest. The first comes from the DMV right…
Florida BAC Limits: Legal Limits & DUI Rules
The legal BAC limit in Florida is 0.08% for most drivers aged 21 and older. BAC stands for blood alcohol concentration, and it measures the amount of alcohol in your bloodstream. If you drive with a BAC at or above this…
How Long Does a DUI Stay on Your Record in Florida?
A DUI stays on your record in Florida for 75 years on your driving record and permanently on your criminal record. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) assigns a 75 year retention period to alcohol related entries….
How Much Does DUI School Cost in Florida?
DUI school in Florida costs about $300 to $400 for Level 1 and about $450 to $550 for Level 2 at most state-licensed programs. The price is not random. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) sets the…
