Tampa DUI Accident Attorneys

Tampa DUI Attorney

Driving under the influence of drugs, alcohol or a chemical substance increases the risk of being the cause of an accident. In the event that happens, the stakes go way up.

Having been the chief prosecutor of the State's DUI Unit, I have a unique perspective of what that means. The Office of the State Attorney is a political office. Decisions can be shaped by public opinion. When someone is injured in a DUI accident, everyone in the system, from cops to Judges and prosecutors puts more focus on the case and to be quite honest, justifiable so. These people are charges with a public safety responsibility. But that is not the end of the line.

While the risk of causing an accident are increased with operating a motor vehicle under the influence, CAUSATION is still the key. While no one advocates driving under the influence, not all accident that occur are caused by the person who was DUI;

There are 3 elements that must be proved by the State for a DUI:

1) driving or in actual physical control of a motor vehicle,
2) while under the influence of alcohol, drugs or a chemical substance, and
3) to the extent a persons normal faculties were impaired or with a breath alcohol content (BAC) at or above .08 at the time of driving.

A DUI with an accident creates a 4th element.

4) and as a result of being DUI, caused the accident.

Don't Wait. Call Our Experienced Tampa DUI Defense Team Now

The penalties for a DUI involving death or serious bodily injury usually end up in a prison sentence. Put our team to work for you. We can use experienced accident reconstructionist to challenge law enforcement's experts. Robin Fuson will leave no stone unturned. Let us protect your rights and insure that everything possible is done in your defense.