DUI Manslaughter Lawyer in Miami

As an enhanced form of DUI, the penalties imposed on a person convicted of DUI manslaughter will be substantially more severe, even if this is their first DUI offense.

In addition, the circumstances surrounding the criminal act and the actions the defendant took after the vehicular accident occurred will play a huge role in their case. This is because two major forms of DUI Manslaughter exist in Florida. These are:

• DUI Manslaughter
• DUI Manslaughter – Leaving the Scene

DUI Manslaughter

Any person who was driving while under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance and was involved in a vehicular accident that resulted in the death of another person faces the following consequences:

• second degree felony conviction
• up to $10,000 fine
• up to 15 years in prison
• up to 15 years of probation

DUI Manslaughter – Leaving the Scene

Florida law requires a person involved in a fatal car accident to stay at the scene of the accident and render aid. A person can meet this requirement by notifying law enforcement of the accident and by providing "reasonable" assistance.

The term "reasonable assistance" is evaluated by the courts on a case by case basis. If law enforcement has reason to believe you fled the scene or failed to provide reasonable aid, you could face charges of leaving the scene.

A driver who is convicted of DUI Manslaughter – Leaving the Scene will face the following consequences:

• first degree felony conviction
• up to $10,000 fine
• up to 30 years in prison

Hardship Reinstatement of License

A person convicted of DUI Manslaughter who does not have any prior DUI-related convictions may be eligible for hardship reinstatement of their license after a period of five (5) years and after fulfilling the following circumstances:

• Applicant has not been arrested for a drug-related offense in the five (5) years prior to the hearing;
• Applicant has not driven a motor vehicle without a license in the five (5) years prior to the hearing;

• Applicant has been alcohol- and drug-free for at least five (5) years prior to the hearing;
• Applicant completed DUI School and is supervised under the DUI program for the remainder of the revocation period; and
• Applicant has ignition interlock device installed in his or her vehicle for a period of two (2) years.

Florida DUI Manslaughter Resources

Given the efforts of the following groups to tighten up DUI laws and regulations in the state, it’s imperative that you hire an experienced DUI defense lawyer if you’ve been charged with DUI Manslaughter in Florida. 

United States Drug Enforcement Administration: Visit this website to acquire statistics concerning impaired driving and the strict methods used by the Drug Enforcement Agency to prevent drunk driving accidents from occurring on roadways throughout the United States.

Mothers Against Drunk Driving: Visit this website to obtain more information regarding the organization MADD, formally known as Mothers Against Drunk Driving, and their efforts to reduce incidents of drugged driving throughout the nation by providing substance abuse information and encouragement.

DUI Manslaughter Defense in Miami & Fort Lauderdale

If you have been arrested for DUI manslaughter, DUI with serious bodily injury, or any other DUI offense, you need the immediate assistance of an experienced defense attorney to help preserve your case.

With offices conveniently located in Miami and North Miami, The Hoffman Firm is able to provide superb legal representation to clients throughout the entire Miami-Dade County, Florida area, including Miami Beach, Coral Gables, Aventura, Homestead, and Fort Lauderdale.

Plan your defense strategy today by calling 305-249-0090 if you are Miami. Call 954-524-4474 if you are in Broward County.