Brandon Felony DUI Lawyer
Defending Felony DUI Charges in Brandon, FL
In most cases, DUI (driving under the influence) will not be charged as a felony but will instead be charged as a lesser offense, a misdemeanor. In particular situations, however, a driver may be at risk of facing felony DUI charges and therefore may face increased penalties, including imprisonment in state prison, longer driver's license suspension terms, higher fines, and more. This is why it is important to act quickly and retain the services of a skilled Brandon DUI attorney as soon as possible.
DUI may be charged as a felony in Brandon, Florida, in certain circumstances. This may include a third DUI, fourth DUI or DUI causing serious injury or wrongful death. If you are facing multiple DUI offenses or allegations of a DUI accident, Thomas & Paulk can help. Our attorneys are highly experienced in helping clients in the face of felony DUI charges. We have more than 20 years of combined legal experience to apply to each case we take on, along with the resources to build legal strategies that address our clients' unique needs and concerns.
Penalties for Felony DUI in Brandon
Following are some of the penalties associated with a felony DUI:
- Third or fourth DUI offense within 10 years - fine of up to $5,000 / up to 5 years in prison
- DUI causing serious bodily injury - fine of up to $5,000 / up to 5 years in prison
- DUI manslaughter -fine of up to $10,000 / up to 10 years in prison
Considering the severity of penalties associated with felony DUI convictions in Brandon, the strategies that your attorney employs to defend your rights should be equally aggressive. Our legal team understands how to provide this level of service and legal assistance in order to help you in these matters. Contact a
Brandon felony DUI lawyer
at our law offices to schedule a consultation to discuss your case.