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5 Step DUI Defense in St. Johns County
After you are arrested for a Florida DUI and you blew over .08 or refused the breath test, likely the St. Johns County Law Enforcement Officer seized your Florida Driver’s License and the bad news is your driving privilege has been suspended.
BUI Defense – Boating Under The Influence
BUI is also similar to DUI in that it is an “enhanced” offense. This means although a first offense is a second-degree misdemeanor, with each subsequent arrest the penalties become more severe.
HOW MUCH DOES A LAWYER COST FOR A FELONY?
Pricing a felony criminal defense attorney is difficult. Each case carries its own complexities.
Repeat Offenses
In Florida, the State enhance penalties and charging levels (misdemeanor vs. felony) for repeat offenses.
DNA Cases
Because of scientific advances, and due to public perception (based largely on television), society expects DNA to be a part of just about every criminal case, but DNA cases aren’t so rock solid.
Sex Crimes
Searching for a sex crime lawyer in Florida? Sex-related offenses in Florida are classified as felonies. In addition to the harsh penalties associated with felony convictions, sex offenses result in the most restrictive and devastating sanctions.
Violent Crimes
Violent crimes in Florida typically include assault, battery, aggravated assault, aggravated battery, and homicide (as well as other variations of those offenses).
Transportation of Drugs
With prescription drug prices through the roof and the legalization of cannabis in some states, the business of transporting drugs has never been more profitable.
Constructive Possession
Constructive possession is one of the most common ways the State charges people with drug possession.
The Most Common Penalties For Drug Possession
Any of these additional factors may result in enhanced charges and penalties. No matter the circumstances, you need an experienced, knowledgeable law firm to fight for you.