Article by William Moore

As a Fort Lauderdale DUI attorney, I have met with thousands of DUI clients over the years. More often than not I am confronted with an individual who is not as concerned about the potential sentences for a DUI as they are the effect that it will have on their future education and career goals. The simple fact is that a DUI conviction can destroy someone’s career overnight. Whether an accused is already employed, looking for employment or enrolled in school, the ramifications of this permanent criminal mark can have immeasurable consequences.

The limitation on one’s driving privileges following a conviction for DUI may be the least harmful blow to one’s existing or potential career opportunities. It’s the criminal record that can be the killer. The fact of the matter is that most employers or institutions of higher learning will simply reject an applicant who has such a conviction reflected on their arrest record. DUI convictions can never be sealed, and any position that requires on the job driving may render an organization for which you are employed liable for having you on the payroll. On the job driving does not mean driving a vehicle for a company, but rather can extend to an office worker’s simply driving to pick up lunch for the staff, while utilizing their own personal automobile. Insurance carriers of major corporations make it clear that the hiring of individuals with DUI convictions increase the odds of subjecting a company to liability. Should you already be gainfully employed and are considering resolving your pending DUI charge, always be certain to learn your employer’s stance before entering into a guilty or no contest plea. Entry into any profession which requires licensing may be inhibited or barred by a single DUI conviction. To learn more about what types of careers are most impacted by a DUI conviction, contact a Broward DUI attorney prior to resolving your case. Remember, DUI defense is a highly specialized field. General “criminal” attorneys may not be qualified to adequately represent an accused without years of “hands on” DUI litigation experience. Always be sure to consult a Fort Lauderdale Criminal Lawyer that has significant DUI trial expirience. Always as for a list of DUI county court case numbers and results in writing before hiring counsel.

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DUI Convictions

Question by Ela: what is the fine for the first DUI convictions?
Can’t get in touch with San Francisco Public Defender’s Office so I was reading everything I could find on DUI convictions. It seems a fine is $ 390 to $ 1,000 and I do not have such money. If anyone had any similar predicament please tell.

Best answer:

Answer by Common Sense
If you can’t afford to pay fines for Driving Under the Influence then maybe you should start following the rules of the road.

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