Florida DUI lawyers who defend DUI, DWI, or drunk driving cases in Florida should know about the “Ten Day” Rule.

When someone is arrested for a Florida DUI, there are really two separate cases that arise: the court case, where a person’s liberty is at stake, and the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles case.

If you have been arrested for Florida DUI, and you refused to take a breath, blood or urine test, OR if you took the test and your result is 0.08% or higher, you have only 10 days to request a special hearing with the FDHSMV to save your license.

Failure to timely request a hearing will result in a penalty of at least a six-month suspension (and as much as an 18-month suspension) of your Florida driving privileges.

If you have been arrested for a Florida DUI, you must contact a qualified DUI Attorney in Florida today.