Tampa DUI Lawyers

DHSMV Hearing Defense Attorneys

The Florida DHSMV (Department of Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles) plays a part in every Tampa DUI arrest and case. After your DUI arrest, you have 10 days to schedule a hearing with the DHSMV to determine whether you will retain your driver’s license. This is often referred to as the “10 day rule.” If you do not schedule this hearing within 10 days your license will be automatically suspended for up to 18 months.

Did you know that your Tampa DUI attorney can represent you at your DHSMV hearing? Having your attorney represent you at your hearing could make all the difference in the outcome. With an experienced attorney to show evidence and information in your favor, you may be able to reverse your license suspension.

At Finebloom & Haenel, our DUI lawyers are experienced in representing clients at their Tampa DHSMV hearings. We know what techniques work and what information is needed to give you the greatest advantage and help you keep your driver’s license. Our lawyers and staff are serious about protecting your rights and will do everything we can to keep you from losing your ability to drive.

DHSMV Hearings in Tampa

A DHSMV hearing has two main parts: an informal hearing and a formal hearing. Both are conducted by a DHSMV employee who will determine the outcome of your DUI. A Tampa DUI lawyer may represent you at both hearings.

The informal hearing is conducted by a DHSMV employee who reviews all the information provided by Florida law enforcement regarding your DUI.

The formal hearing is conducted by the same employee who will act as your prosecutor and judge. Certain important factors will come into play at this point, all of which could affect the outcome of your hearing. Some of these factors include:

• Did the police officer have reasonable cause to pull you over?
• Did the police officer read you your Miranda rights?
• Were you informed of the consequences of refusing a breath or blood test?
• Was your breath test performed properly?

Do you need assistance with a Tampa DHSMV hearing? Contact us today!