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Understanding DHSMV Hearings in DUI Cases

If you were pulled over during a traffic stop and found to have a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or over, you will be forced to handle the consequences and ramifications of a DUI criminal charge. These types of crimes are not taken lightly in the state of Florida, and are both difficult and complex to defend against. There are, however, several steps that you can take to ensure that your rights are protected during such a time and to protect your future against mishandling that could turn a grim situation even worse.

One of the first steps that you will need to consider and take care of is that of the DMV hearing held by the Florida DHSMV (Department of Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles. Following the charge, you will have exactly ten days to schedule the hearing so that you with the help of a St. Petersburg DUI attorney can fight against your license suspension. If you fail to schedule this appointment, you will face an automatic license suspension.  

This hearing will be broken into two parts: informal and formal. The informal hearing will give the DHSMV employee conducting the hearing a chance to review and verify all of your information. The formal hearing, on the other hand, will give that same employee to decide whether or not your license should be suspended based on several different factors of your case.

Why Hire a St. Petersburg DUI Attorney?

At Leavengood & Nash, we understand how important it is that you retain a valid driver's license. Having the ability to drive yourself around is vital to many aspects of your everyday life and should not be lessened. The DUI hearing is one of the first chances we will have to fight to protect this right of yours, and combat your DUI charge. You can trust if you work with us, we will do everything in our power to keep your best interests defended.

Do not hesitate to contact a St. Petersburg DUI Defense Lawyer for help in your DHSMV Hearing.