Drunk Driving Lawyer for Sanford, Tavares and Longwood

Arrested for a DUI accident in Seminole or Lake County?

DUI with injury is one of the most serious types of drunk driving charges that a person may face. At Katz & Phillips, P.A. we represent clients facing DUI charges throughout Sanford, Tavares, Longwood and the surrounding areas in Florida. To help you get started, we offer a free case evaluation with an experienced DUI defense attorney. You can ask any questions you have and have your concerns addressed by an experienced attorney who will be honest and straightforward with you, taking care to keep your best interests at heart. We know that DUI charges of any kind are serious, but those involving injury to another person are particularly so. You will need immediate representation to protect your freedom and your driving privileges.

DUI with Injury – Hard-Hitting Defense Throughout Florida

DUI with injury, commonly referred to as DUI causing injury or DUI accidents, occurs when a driver who is under the influence of alcohol or drugs causes an auto accident that results in injury to another person. That other person may be a pedestrian, a cyclist, or a driver or passenger of another vehicle. A DUI accident involving property damage or injury to another person is a misdemeanor offense, punishable by up to a year in jail and/or a fine of up to $1,000. A DUI accident causing serious bodily injury to another person is a felony offense punishable by up to five years in Florida state prison.

An important aspect of a DUI with injury case will be proving that the defendant actually caused the accident. Law enforcement may be quick to assume that the driver who had a drink or two was the one who caused the accident. Your lawyer will need to prove that this was not the case, through accident reconstruction and work with expert witnesses.

Contact a DUI lawyer at our firm to learn more about how we can help you fight your charges.