Aggressive Defense for Underage DUI Charges

If your son or daughter has been arrested on DUI charges, we understand that you’re probably scared and concerned about the impact this will have on their life. What will a DUI arrest mean for their future? Will they go to jail? Can they still get into college? Will this affect their ability to find a job? What about their driver’s license?
 If your child has been charged with DUI and is under the age of 21, it’s best to speak with an Orlando DUI lawyer who has experience handling underage DUI cases.  At Katz & Phillips, P.A., we have successfully represented many underage clients charged with DUI, and can help your child fight his or her charges to increase their chances of avoiding a conviction.

What the Law Says About Underage DUI

Florida has very strict laws in place in regards to underage drinking and driving.  Although it’s against the law for any driver under the age of 21 to have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .02 percent or more, police officers will often arrest an underage driver if there is any detectable amount of alcohol on their breath.  
The penalties for an underage DUI will depend on a number of factors.  While a basic, first-time underage DUI is punishable by a license suspension, there are other factors that can lead to enhanced penalties.  These factors include:

• Driving with a BAC between .05 and .08
• Driving with a BAC above .08
• Causing a fatal accident or a DUI accident with injury
• Driving with other minors in the vehicle, especially a minor younger than 14 years old

These factors can enhance the penalties to include imprisonment, fines, community service, mandatory DUI classes, longer license suspensions, and more.

Experienced Underage DUI Lawyers in Orlando

At Katz & Phillips, P.A., you can trust that we will remain your son or daughter’s side throughout the legal process, working hard to resolve their case in the best possible outcome.

To learn more about our underage DUI defense services, please contact an Orlando DUI attorney at Katz & Phillips, P.A. today! Protecting your child’s rights and future is our number one objective!