Commercial Vehicle DUI in Miami

There are several various ways in which The State of Florida defines a commercial vehicle. A vehicle with a weight heavier than twenty-thousand pounds, for registration purposes, is said to be commercial, while any vehicle designed to transport more than fourteen passengers is designated as commercial, too.

In Florida, a driving under the influence (DUI) charge for a commercial driver and vehicle is handled different than a regular DUI. One of the main differences is that Florida law has enacted certain standards for commercial vehicle operators, which call for zero tolerance with respect to blood alcohol level. Thus, even though a commercial operator may be well below consideration as to actual impairment, with a blood alcohol content level of even the low .01, a commercial operator could be arrested and charged with a DUI charge. In addition, and as a direct result of that same law, penalties, fines and charges are also higher at .04 or above for commercial vehicle drivers. Thus, it is easy to understand that the stakes are high for commercial operators who have been charged with a DUI – careers and livelihood are on the line. Convicted commercial drivers run the risk of losing their driving privileges permanently.

If you or a loved one have been charged with a commercial DUI charge, it is important that you immediately discuss your rights with an experienced Miami DUI Attorney. The attorneys at Musca Law are prepared to walk you through the options.