Hutson Law Firm, P.A.

Address:
3940 N.W. 16th Blvd., Bldg. B, Gainesville, FL 32605

Phone:
(352) 271-8100

Toll Free:
(866) 271-8771

You were out with some friends and had some drinks with your meal. While driving home, an officer pulled you over and asked you how much you had to drink. The officer then asked if you would mind doing some "exercises" to see if you are "okay to drive." If your night later ended at the Alachua County jail, you are probably worried and stressed about what impact this will have on your life. Don't panic. Call me at 866-271-8771 for a FREE consultation concerning your case and your rights.

We only represent people arrested in Alachua County, Florida, where we live and work. We know that while the DUI case is very important to you, you may not have unlimited financial resources. I have been helping UF and Santa Fe students for over ten years, and I will always be happy to talk to you, whether or not you can afford a private attorney.

Without knowing the law, you may think your case is "open and shut," and that you don't have any defenses. Before you give up and decide to plead guilty, ask yourself what you have to lose by speaking with me first. I don't charge you for the consultation, and will take time to help you understand your rights and possible defenses. You might have an issue in one of these areas that could result in a lesser-charge, or even outright dismissal of your case:

• The officer stopped you for an improper reason
• The officer failed to read you proper implied consent law
• The officer failed to follow proper procedure for obtaining a breath or blood test
• The breath-testing instrument was improperly maintained or repaired
• The video contradicts what the officer detailed in his/her report about your level of impairment
• You were not impaired by alcohol or a controlled substance, but by other factors (sleep deprivation, cold or sleep medicine, etc.)

Under Florida law, the Court must enter a conviction for any person found guilty or pleading guilty or no contest to DUI. This results in a permanent record which can never be sealed or expunged (not only the DUI, but any other past or future arrest on your record). The only way to avoid this result is by (1) winning at trial; (2) getting the DUI case dismissed; or (3) getting a plea to Reckless Driving (a charge for which the Court may withhold adjudication of guilt). I will take time to answer your questions concerning the DUI charge and your driver's license. You should understand all of your options before making an important decision. Be sure to call me for a FREE consultation before deciding what to do. Click here for answers to the some other commonly asked questions.