On January 1, 2000 was a DUI in Florida considered a First or Second degree misdemeanor?
Asked on 1/14/15, 8:05 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
Joseph Justice
The Justice Law Firm
It would be more accurate to describe it as a 1st degree, but it is actually a modified misdemeanor because the maximum penalty for most 1st offenses is 9 months in jail. A standard 1st degree is punishable by 1 year and a standard 2nd degree has a max of 60 days.
Answered on 1/14/15, 8:10 am
Matthew Podolsky
Florida Law Advisers, P.A.
Depends on the facts and circumstances of the arrest. For instance, it may be charged as a felony if the driver has prior DUI convictions or was there an accident resulting in injury.
Answered on 1/14/15, 9:53 am
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