Tampa Bay Criminal Defense Lawyer Blog
From the smokinggun website, it looks like this zombie should have had more bra-ains and less sho-ts…
26-year-old Catherine Butler donned her make-up and prepared to have a great time at a halloween party. A few hours later, the sloshed zombie was facing two DUI charges that took place a few hours apart!
Ms. Butler was first arrested around 2 a.m. after police noticed that she did not have headlights on while driving. After giving her a traffic citation, they performed a DUI investigation where it was determined that she was under the influence of alcohol. She was arrested and taken to jail.
The police made a mistake when they released her to a friend. A few hours later, at 5 a.m., she was again pulled over for swerving on the road. Another DUI investigation led to another driving under the influence charge for the unlucky party girl.
LEGAL ANALYSIS
In Florida, a first time DUI is a first degree misdemeanor. Even though she received two DUIs, her criminal defense lawyer should be able to plea them concurrently to avoid extra penalties. Unfortunately, the DMV will most likely treat it as her second DUI and she may receive a longer driving suspension.
Typical punishment for her DUI(s) will most likely consist of a large fine, probation, a suspended driver’s license, alcohol evaluation and treatment if needed, community service, no drinking (obviously) and she will not be allowed in bars.
Have you or a loved one been arrested for a DUI or a traffic citation? Then call the Clearwater DUI defense lawyers of Blake & Dorsten, P.A. today! These former prosecutors are experienced trial attorneys.
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