Drinking and Driving Do Not Mix Well! If you are going to drink.....

How to Avoid a DUI Arrest and the devestation it can cause in your life? The best way to avoid a DUI arrest is to not drink and then drive.

Here are some ideas to accomplish this:

  • Don't drink alcoholic beverages if you are going to be driving.
  • Walk to the bar or restaurant.
  • Decide on a designated driver ahead of time and stick to the plan.
  • Ride the bus.
  • Keep $20 in your pocket for cab fare.
  • Use the new Gainesville late night taxi program. Gainesville has set up two cab stands. One is Downtown on 2nd Ave by the courthouse and the other is Midtown in front of the Swamp restaurant. The taxi stands hours are from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. Wednesday through Sunday. Keep $20 for cab fare.
  • Keep cab fare away from other spending money.
  • Take a Party Bus or Limo.
  • Drink at home.
  • Call a friend or family member to come get you. Bring your cell phone when you go out.



Remember, the only sure way of avoiding the lifelong consequences of a DUI conviction is to not drink and drive!  

However, if it is too late, do not make another mistake - hire an experienced DUI/DWI lawyer to represent you and do it ASAP, don't wait!  You can
contact us today at 1 800 373 8000.


The experienced Trial Lawyers at the Law Office of Jeffrey Meldon and Associates are dedicated to preserving the rights of the accused.

Ways To Possibly Avoid a DUI Charge or Conviction

Jeffrey Meldon, Tom Copeland  and Carey Meldon have a combined 60 years of legal experience representing people in Gainesville and Alachua County accused of DUI/DWI and other criminal charges. They have recently written the DUI  Guide for Alachua County - Ways to Possibly Avoid a DUI Charge or Conviction.  Request your free copy today

This book, written by this team of experienced DUI defense criminal trial lawyers, gives insight into what a DUI charge is, ways the State can prove the charge and possible legal defenses.

Being charged and convicted of DUI is best avoided by not drinking and driving! This book gives information on what it takes to be over the legal limit, how alcohol affects the body, plus much, much more!