🚨 Arrested for DUI? You Still Have Options.
If you’ve been charged withDUI in Florida, you’re probably asking the one question that really matters:
“How do I get out of this?”
The good news? Many DUI cases can be reduced—or even dismissed—if you act fast and use the right defense strategies. At Michael White, P.A., we’ve helped clients across Fort Lauderdale and South Florida do exactly that.
⚖️ How to Beat a DUI in Florida (Legally)
Florida prosecutors must prove your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. That means we can often beat a DUI charge by attacking one or more key areas:
🔍 1. Challenge the Stop
Was there reasonable suspicion to pull you over?
If not, everything that followed—including test results—could be thrown out.
🧪 2. Suppress the Test Results
Breath and blood tests are not always reliable. We look for:
Faulty calibration of the Intoxilyzer 8000
Shortened observation periods
Medical conditions like GERD, diabetes, or asthma
Chain of custody or contamination issues
đźš” 3. Question Field Sobriety Exercises (FSEs)
These roadside “tests” are notoriously subjective.
We challenge:
Whether they were administered correctly
If the officer had proper training
Environmental factors (lighting, footwear, weather)
📉 4. Use Weak Evidence to Negotiate Reduction
Even if a full dismissal isn’t possible, we may get charges reduced to:
Reckless driving (wet reckless)
Careless driving
Pre-trial diversion (in limited jurisdictions)
🧠5. Use Legal Timing to Your Advantage
If you were arrested within the last 10 days, you may still:
Fight your license suspension
Request a formal review hearing
Apply for a hardship license
đź“Ś Related Reading:
âś… First-Time Offender? Your Chances Are Better Than You Think.
If this is your first DUI, you may qualify for:
Pre-trial intervention
No conviction
Expungement (in rare cases where charges are dismissed entirely)
đź“ž Arrested for DUI in Florida? Don’t Guess. Call Us.
The sooner we start working on your case, the better your outcome.
We’ll review every detail and fight to get the charges dropped, reduced, or beaten outright.
📲 Call (954) 270-0769 or schedule a free consultation.
âť“ Frequently Asked Questions
⚖️ Can DUI charges be dismissed in Florida?
Yes. DUI charges can be dismissed if the traffic stop was unlawful, if field sobriety tests were improperly administered, or if breath/blood test results are successfully challenged in court.
🧪 What are the most effective DUI defenses in Florida?
Top defenses include:
Illegal stop (no probable cause)
Faulty breathalyzer calibration
Improper observation period
Medical conditions affecting test results
Lack of evidence of impairment
🧑⚖️ Can a DUI be reduced to reckless driving in Florida?
Yes. Many first-time DUI charges are reduced to “wet reckless” through negotiation, especially when there are issues with evidence or testing procedures.
📆 What is the 10-day rule after a DUI arrest?
You have 10 days to request a DHSMV hearing to challenge your driver’s license suspension. If you miss this window, you lose the chance to fight the administrative suspension.
đźš— Can I avoid a conviction for my first DUI in Florida?
Yes. If the case is weak or if you qualify for a pretrial diversion or reduced plea, you may avoid a formal DUI conviction altogether—preserving your record.