🚨 Arrested for DUI in Fort Lauderdale? Here’s What to Do Next
A DUI charge in Fort Lauderdale isn’t just a traffic ticket—it’s a criminal offense with serious consequences. You could lose your license, your job, and even your freedom. But being arrested doesn’t mean you’re guilty. And hiring the right Fort Lauderdale DUI lawyer can make all the difference.
At Michael White, P.A., we’ve defended thousands of DUI cases across Broward County—and we know how to win.
⚖️ What a DUI Lawyer Actually Does
Not all DUI lawyers are created equal. A skilled defense attorney will go far beyond showing up in court:
Challenge the traffic stop and field sobriety exercises (FSEs)
Investigate the legality of the breath or blood test
File motions to suppress evidence or dismiss charges
Represent you at both criminal and DMV license hearings
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🧪 Can Breath and Blood Test Results Be Beaten?
Yes. Even if you “failed” a breath test, that doesn’t mean the case is over. We routinely challenge:
Improper calibration of the Intoxilyzer 8000
Medical conditions that affect breath readings
Delayed testing that misrepresents blood alcohol level
Improper observation periods violating Florida’s 20-minute rule
📆 Timing Matters: 10-Day Rule
If your license was suspended, you only have 10 days from the date of your arrest to demand a formal review hearing with the DHSMV.
Let us file the paperwork, request a hearing, and help you apply for a hardship license so you can keep driving legally while your case is pending.
🛑 Should You Just Plead Guilty?
Never plead guilty to DUI in Florida without talking to a lawyer. Prosecutors count on people giving up. But an experienced DUI attorney can often:
Get charges reduced to a wet reckless
Avoid jail time
Save your driving privileges and criminal record
📞 Arrested for DUI? Call a Fort Lauderdale Lawyer Now.
The sooner you call, the more options we have. At Michael White, P.A., we build customized defenses based on facts, science, and real strategy.
📲 Call (954) 270-0769 or request a consultation online.
❓ FAQ Section
🧑⚖️ Can I be arrested for DUI even if I wasn’t driving?
Yes. In Florida, you can be charged with DUI if you were in actual physical control of a vehicle while impaired—even if the engine was off.
⏱ What is the 10-day rule after a DUI arrest?
You have 10 days to request a formal review hearing to challenge your license suspension. Miss the window, and you’ll lose that opportunity.
📉 Can a DUI be reduced to a lesser charge?
Yes. Many first-time offenders qualify for a wet reckless or other reduced charge, especially if there are problems with the evidence.
💨 What happens if I refused the breath test?
You may face a license suspension and possible additional charges—but we can challenge whether the refusal was legal or properly documented.