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>> 10 Day DMV Rule

If you were arrested for DUI in Florida and refused to submit a breath, blood or urine sample, or if the test results were .08% or higher, under law your Florida’s driver’s license will be suspended up to 1 year by the DMV. From the day of the arrest, you have a 10-day period to file for a special hearing in order to avoid a long-term suspension of your license. If you fail to do so, your Florida driver’s license will remain suspended up to 18 months. Time is important. Don’t risk loosing your license. Contact an experienced Fort Lauderdale DUI attorney to inform you of your rights and help you contest the suspension of your license.

At the Law Offices of Gilbert and Smallman, PLLC, we have successfully represented DUI clients in Fort Lauderdale and Miami for numerous years. Our firm understands how crucial it is for clients to maintain their driving privileges and will vigorously work to protect your rights. We will take the necessary time to create a strong argument to help you keep your license, or obtain minimal suspension and avoid harsher punishment.

The Florida 10 day DUI rule may apply to you, if:

• You refused to take a breath, blood, or urine test after the arrest
• You registered a .08% or higher on your breath test
• Officer states that you refused to take any of the tests
• Your were under 21 at the time of the arrest with a BAC of .02% or higher
• You have a commercial license at the time of the arrested with a BAC of .04% or higher
• You were arrested for DUI and have no knowledge of your BAC results

Florida DMV is very strict with their 10 day DUI rule. It is important you contact our Miami DUI attorney regarding your DUI arrest or refusal to test immediately.

The Law Offices of Gilbert and Smallman, PLLC, can help you through the administrative rules and processes of a Florida DUI arrest.

For a consultation and case evaluation, please contact our Fort Lauderdale and Miami DUI attorney today.