At Adams & Luka, our first priority is to protect our clients from both the criminal and administrative penalties of a conviction. We will vigorously challenge the evidence in your case, and work to have charges dismissed when possible so that you don't have to live the rest of your life with a criminal record. If you have been arrested or charged with driving under the influence, we urge you to contact us immediately for exceptional legal guidance and representation.
Defenses to a 1st Offense DUI Charge in FloridaThere are several effective defense strategies that may be used by your defense lawyer, depending on the facts of your case. Challenging the evidence and exploring the evidence and documentation provided by prosecutors is key to a good outcome. Ultimately, we work to have charges dismissed before you go to trial by filing pre-trial motions regarding any illegal police conduct or other information that should not be used against you. Some of the areas we will explore in an effort to build an effective defense should your case go to trial include:
There are many ways to successfully defend against a 1st offense DUI. We will carefully analyze your case to determine if proper investigation procedures were followed, potential problems with test results, and whether your constitutional rights may have been violated.
Criminal Penalties for a 1st Offense DUI ConvictionEven a first-time offender will face serious criminal penalties if found guilty of driving under the influence in Orlando and Central Florida. It is also important to note that DUI pertains not only to alcohol, but illegal drugs or substances which may impair an individual's ability to safely operate a vehicle such as cocaine, methamphetamine, marijuana, or even prescription drugs such as oxycodone.
Criminal penalties include:
In addition, if you are a first-time offender and your blood alcohol level was .15 or higher, penalties will be enhanced.
Contact Adams & Luka TodayWhile a 1st offense DUI is not as serious as a second or subsequent offense, it is still a situation that can negatively impact many aspects of your life and steal your freedom, leaving you with a criminal record for life. At Adams & Luka, our first offense DUI defense lawyers have successfully defended many clients against charges. We work diligently to secure positive results and minimize the damage. Contact us now for vigorous representation and a free consultation at (407) 872-0307 or (352) 787-2101.
I would like thank my attorney Thomas Luka. I knew from the beginning I had the right guy in my corner. While celebrating with family and friends at a Public Park in Seminole County, a fight broke out among various people. Myself, and a good friend, broke up the fight and the instigators left. Six months later, I was wrongly accused as the person who started the fight. The first attorney I hired could not even get a response from the State Attorney handling the case. Someone referred me to Tom and I felt comfortable at his demeanor and reactions.
After conversations with Tom, who knew I would settle for nothing less than a FULL DISMISSAL due to my innocence, I hired him. His firm of Adams and Luka did the due diligence by interviewing witnesses and the police who were on the scene, as well as starting a dialogue with the State Attorney. After gathering statements from witnesses, Tom was able to present a strong argument on my behalf to the State Attorney on why the case should be dismissed. If the State Attorney was not willing to dismiss the case, Tom was ready to take the case to trial.
The result by Thomas Luka: Case Dismissed.
I am 53 years old with a spotless record and glad to keep it that way thanks to the time, effort, hard work, and professionalism of the Adams and Luka and Tom Luka.