Criminal Defense Group

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Address:

Bank of America Plaza
101 E. Kennedy Blvd
Suite 1485
Tampa, FL 33602

Phone:

(813) 228-7095 (24-hour line)
(813) 334-3910 (W. Hanlon)
(813) 263-7044 (C. Lampert)
(813) 228-7099 (fax)

Department of Motor Vehicles

You and your attorney must also consider the authority of the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) if you refused the field sobriety test or the breathylzer. Since this agency has the power to suspend your license, you should be aware that if you refuse to perform a sobriety test, your license is not only subject to suspension by the criminal courts, but also by the DMV. So while the refusal could help your criminal case it may cause a lengthy suspension of your license.

Specifically, there can also be administrative penalties. The DMV will initiate a drivers’ license revocation action that could result in at least a 30-90 day suspension of your driving privileges. If your DUI resulted from refusal to perform any sobriety test, your suspension could be between a year and 18 months.

Adressing your defense early, in regards to the Department of Motor Vehicles, is crucial. Contact the Criminal Defense Group today for a free consultation.