If you are charged with DUI and you have two prior DUI convictions (at least one of which was within the last ten years) than you are facing a Third DUI within the past ten years. A conviction for your Third DUI within the past ten years will carry with it minimum and maximum punishments that are statutorily mandated. The statutory minimum and maximum punishments for Third DUI within the past ten years are commonly referred to as the DUI Mins. The DUI Mins for a Third DUI within the past ten years are as follows:
Jail: Maximum of 5 years
Probation: Maximum of 12 months
Fine: Minimum of $2000 and maximum of $5000
Drivers License Suspension: Mandatory 10 year drivers license suspension
Community Service: N/A
DUI School: Level 2
Vehicle Immobilization (vehicle impound): 90 days
Ignition Interlock: At least 2 years
If you have been arrested for your Third DUI within the past ten years in Fort Myers, Naples, Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda or Cape Coral contact an experienced DUI Defense lawyer from Viacava & Cantor. A lawyer from Viacava & Cantor is available to discuss the specific facts of your DUI case during a free consultation today at 239-672-8934.