Naples, Florida DUI Defense Lawyers

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

If my driver’s license was suspended for DUI, can I apply for a hardship license?
Whether or not you are able to apply for a hardship license, as well as when you are able to apply, will depend upon your particular DUI charges. A hardship license will allow you to drive to and from work and school, as well as for essential household needs. To find out if you may qualify and when, it is important to contact an attorney. Your ability to apply for a restricted license may vary greatly from case to case.

What are the penalties for a first DUI offense?
A first DUI conviction will result in a driver’s license revocation of 180 days to 1 year. You may face a fine of up to $2,000, 50 hours of community service, probation for up to 1 year, and up to 9 months in jail. Specific penalties may vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction and will depend upon your specific blood alcohol concentration, as well as other particulars of your case.

Do I have to schedule a hearing with the DHSMV?
Yes. Following a Naples DUI arrest, you have only 10 days to contact the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) and schedule your DMV hearing. This is an administrative hearing which is held in regards to the suspension/revocation of your driver’s license.  A defense lawyer can schedule this hearing for you and can represent you in order to help you reach the best outcome possible.

What types of cases does your firm handle?
At Musca Law, we help all types of drivers in a variety of DUI cases, including underage drinking, multiple DUI offenses, commercial DUI, DUI with injury, felony DUI, DUI appeals and more. Our defense lawyers take on cases throughout all of Collier County and the surrounding areas in South Florida.

When should I involve an attorney?
We recommend involving an attorney as soon as possible. You will need to schedule your DMV hearing, possibly secure your release from jail and will face criminal court proceedings. In the face of all of this, it is important to have an experienced attorney at your side so your rights are fully protected. Without an attorney, it is easy for your rights to be violated and for you to lose your DUI case even when you rightfully should have won.

A Naples DUI lawyer at our firm can help you. Contact Musca Law today for a free consultation!