Tampa Florida DUI Defense

When you are charged with drunk driving, an experienced DUI/DWI lawyer can assist you with both the criminal and administrative aspects of your case. At The Owens Law Firm in Tampa, Florida, we recognize the severity of a DUI/DWI charge and aggressively defend you and your rights.

Ignoring your DUI or DWI charges will not make the situation go away. Contact a Tim Owens, who is experienced at challenging the details of the law, police procedures, and the blood alcohol testing.

Call 813-289-7574 or Toll Free 1-866-OWENS-LAW (693-6752) 24 Hours a Day.

In preparing your DUI defense, we will conduct discovery, requesting all police reports, witness statements, and breathalyzer data. At The Owens Law Firm, our DUI/DWI lawyer may be able to challenge various aspects of your DUI arrest. The initial stop can be challenged, including the observations by the officer of the person and the vehicle. The administration of chemical and breath tests require strict guidelines. If those guidelines are not followed, that evidence should be suppressed.

The consequences of a DUI arrest and conviction are severe. Your ability to drive is at stake almost immediately. If you do not prevail at the administrative hearing, you could lose your license from six months to one year (if you refuse a breathalyzer test). A conviction only makes this bad situation worse. If your career involves driving, that is put immediately in jeopardy. Auto insurance rates can skyrocket following a conviction.

Timothy Scott Owens, an experienced and knowledgeable attorney who will help you prepare an aggressive defense strategy designed to obtain the best possible results in your particular case.

The Ten Day Rule

Following your DUI/DWI arrest, you have ten days to schedule a hearing before the Department of Motor Vehicles or your license will be automatically suspended prior to any criminal conviction. While there is no guarantee that you will keep your license after the hearing, it is an important step to take that many people overlook. If the ability to keep driving is important to you, you should retain a knowledgeable DUI / DWI lawyer.

DO NOT estimate your blood alcohol content and whether or not you would pass a breath test if pulled over. Play it safe. If in doubt—call a cab.