Florida DUI Penalties Update

Tampa DUI Attorney reports that as of July 1, 2008 fines for a conviction of driving or boating under the influence are now: first offense $500 to $1,000; second offense $1,000 to $2,000; third offense $2,000 to $5,000; and fourth offense $2,000.

As of July 1, 2008 DUI conviction where the breath alcohol level exceeds the level for enhanced penalties, fines are now: first offense $1,000 to $2,000; second offense $2,000 to $4,000; and third offense $4,000.

As of July 1, 2008, Ignition Interlock for Repeat DUI offenders and first-time offenders with a BAC over .15 must install ignition interlock devices. New law provides that the interlock must be installed for six months for first offenders and at two years for drivers who other multiple DUI people.

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