One of the most popular subjects at cocktail parties is blood alcohol level, and most people are misinformed on the subject.

Florida prohibits driving or being in actual physical control of a vehicle while: having a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of . 08% or more, or. under the influence of alcohol, harmful chemical substances, or illegal controlled substances.

Your consequences are determined by your BAC.

1st Offense below .15 – probation up to 12 months, License revoked 6 months to one year, car impounded 10 days.

1st Offense above .15 – probation up to 12 months, License revoked 6 months to one year, car impounded 10 days, ignition interlock 6 months.

2nd Offense below .15 – probation up to 12 months, License revoked 5 years, mandatory 10 days in jail, car impounded 30 days, ignition interlock 1 year.

2nd Offense above .15 – probation up to 12 months, License revoked 5 years, mandatory 10 days in jail, car impounded 30 days, ignition interlock 12years.

Alexander Truluck focuses his practice as a criminal defense attorney in Clearwater, Palm Harbor, Largo, Dunedin and the Tampa Bay area.

For more information, visit our website at http://www.criminallawyerclearwaterflorida.com
or call (727) 799-3550.