Fort Lauderdale DUI & Traffic Ticket Defense Lawyer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is BAC?
The term BAC stands for blood alcohol content/concentration. When you are suspected of DUI (driving under the influence), law enforcement may administer a breath or blood test to determine what your blood alcohol level is. If your BAC is 0.08% or more, you can be arrested and legally charged with DUI in Florida.

What is a breathalyzer machine?
A breathalyzer machine is used by law enforcement to estimate the amount of alcohol within your system. Breathalyzer machines are known for a wide variety of problems. They can provide false reads, which in turn can be responsible for many false DUI arrests. As a Fort Lauderdale DUI attorney I am very familiar with the issues that surround breathalyzer machines and I will look to have your case dismissed if you were arrested for DUI due to a false reading.

If I am involved in a DUI accident and someone is killed what other charges can I face?
If someone is killed due to drunk or drugged driving you may face the following charges: DUI, reckless driving, vehicular manslaughter and/or murder charges. You MUST hire a Fort Lauderdale DUI defense lawyer who is familiar with DUI and DUI accidents cases in order to protect your legal rights and your freedom. The failure to hire a professional Fort Lauderdale DUI defense attorney right from the start will likely be very damaging to your case.

If this is my third DUI offense will I face felony charges?
Not only can you face felony charges for a 3rd DUI offense but you can also be charged with multiple DUI and may even receive a “strike” under Florida’s “three strikes law”. Also, this type of serious offense can label you as a multiple offender and can severely impact your driving privileges and your freedom. As an experienced Fort Lauderdale DUI defense attorney I always go the extra mile when defending a client’s case to help ensure that my client can receive an outstanding outcome. I also negotiate to have felony DUI charges lowered down to misdemeanor charges whenever possible in order to lower the penalties that a client may face if convicted.

Do I have to attend traffic school for all types of traffic tickets?
Most traffic tickets will require you to attend traffic school if you want to minimize points or keep points off of your driving record. Sometimes attending traffic school can also minimize other charges that you may face.

Can I receive a suspended license for not attending traffic school?
Yes. You may receive a suspended license and points on your driving record if you fail to attend traffic school. You can also be ordered to pay additional fines, reinstatement fees and other charges.

Why is it important to hire an attorney for a speeding ticket?
If you receive a speeding ticket and fail to fight the ticket, it can lead to points on your driving record. In addition, if you receive multiple speeding tickets within a certain time period you may lose your right to drive and may be labeled as a habitual traffic offender. A knowledgeable Fort Lauderdale speeding ticket attorney can provide a strong defense against the accusations that you face, often resulting in a dismissal of charges.

After a DUI arrest, if I get my driver’s license back during the DMV process does this mean that I will win my case during the criminal court process?
No. The DMV process and criminal court process are completely separate in DUI charges. Whether you lose or win at the DMV Hearing during the DMV process it has no bearing on your criminal court case.

Why was my commercial driver’s license suspended even though my BAC was only 0.04%?
Under Florida state law, if you are driving a commercial vehicle and you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs and have a minimum BAC of 0.04%, your driver’s license may be suspended for 1-3 years, without the ability to obtain a hardship license.

Do you offer a free case consultation?
As a Fort Lauderdale attorney, I offer a free initial consultation regarding your state or federal DUI or traffic case. I will provide my legal opinion and insight into the charges that you are up against. Not only can I give you the quality legal feedback that you need, but I will answer any questions that you have and guide you as to what the next steps should be in order to provide yourself with complete legal protection for your case.

Hire a Fort Lauderdale Traffic & DUI Defense Lawyer Today to Protect your Legal Rights

The Law Office of Marshall Geisser provides excellent criminal defense representation for DUI, traffic tickets, speeding tickets and any other violations involving your driving privileges in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Contact me, attorney Marshall Geisser, as soon as possible to begin protecting your legal rights today.

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