What is the Definition of DUI and How Can It Be Proven in Alachua County?
The definition of DUI:
DUI stands for Driving Under the Influence. It is defined as the act of driving or being in actual physical control of a vehicle (including a motorcycle, bicycle, boat, and other vehicles) when a person’s normal faculties are impaired by alcohol or drugs (legal or illegal), or when with a breath or blood alcohol level of .08% or higher.
DUI is also known as driving while intoxicated (DWI). States have different criminal titles for the act of operating a vehicle while impaired, such as DWI. In Florida, there is just one crime, DUI. In Florida, DUI is a criminal offense that also has civil consequences.
How a DUI is proven:
In Florida, in order to be convicted of DUI, it is necessary for the prosecutor to prove that you were driving or in actual physical control of a vehicle while you either:
- Had an unlawful blood alcohol content (BAC) of .08% or higher which can be proven by breath or blood testing.
- Or, your normal faculties were impaired by alcohol and/or drugs (prescription, OTC, or illegal). This can be proven by police officer’s observations, urine testing, admissions by the defendant, or alcohol and/or drugs seized from the defendant or the vehicle.
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Remember, the only sure way of avoiding the lifelong consequences of a DUI conviction is to not drink and drive!
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