The son of Dan Marino is in need of a Fort Lauderdale criminal defense lawyer after being arrested recently for suspicion of being under the influence of alcohol while operating a motor vehicle. The suspect was pulled over by police offers not far from his home.
The officer that executed the arrest reports that he witnessed the driver of a 2016 Ford SUV run a stop sign at the Southwest First Avenue and Broward Boulevard intersection. The officer also explains that two cars traveling west on Broward Boulevard had to brake suddenly to avoid being involved in an accident with the SUV.
While conversing with the subject of the resulting traffic stop, the officer says he noticed signs of inebriation that included redness of the eyes, slurred speech, and the smell of alcohol on the breath of the driver.
The police report states that the suspect failed an initial sobriety test but then refused to comply with more field testing. The suspect changed his mind moments later and provided law enforcement officials with two breath samples. Both samples tested positive for alcohol levels far over the legal limit at .208 and .210. The legal limit in the state of Florida is .08.
The driver of the SUV was said by police to become angry and uncooperative at this point in the investigation and was then arrested. The driver secured his release from jail by posting a $1500 bond. He pleaded not guilty to both driving under the influence and driving under the influence with a blood alcohol level of more than .15.
DUI cases are serious issues that can bring a variety of negative consequences to the life of the accused if not properly handled. Individuals in need of a Fort Lauderdale DUI defense lawyer should look to Hasset & Associates Criminal Defense Law Firm for the legal protection they deserve.
Kenneth P. Hassett brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to this particular area of the law and has been practicing since 1991 in the areas of Miami Dade County, Broward County, and Ft. Lauderdale. The law offices of Hasset and Associates are available 24 hours a day each day of the week to provide immediate consultation to individuals arrested on DUI Charges.
If you, a family member, or acquaintance are facing a similar legal situation as the one described above, there is no better decision to make than to contact the law offices of Hassett & Associates, P.A. at 954-791-3939.
