Tampa Underage DUI Drivers Lawyer

Florida courts take underage drinking seriously, and if the underage drinker gets behind the wheel afterward, the courts take it more seriously still. Florida’s “zero tolerance” policy applies to all drivers under 21 with a blood alcohol content of 0.02% or higher. The consequences, especially if the driver causes a wreck and injures someone, can be dire. You need a strong legal advocate on your side: Our Tampa, FL, underage DUI drivers lawyer can help mitigate penalties and protect your rights and freedom. Call Stechschulte Nell today for a consultation.

Underage DUI Drivers Lawyer Tampa, FL

Penalties for underage drivers who operate a vehicle under the influence of alcohol are deliberately stiff to discourage underage persons from drinking and driving. Upon conviction, you’ll face a mandatory license suspension of six months, in addition to other penalties, like fines, community service, DUI education or alcohol treatment programs, and impounding your car. That’s just for the first offense. It gets progressively more serious.

If your BAC is over 0.08% (the legal limit for people over 21, the equivalent of 2-3 drinks), then you may face criminal charges and lengthy jail time. If you cause a wreck while underage and under the influence, you can expect to face years, if not decades, behind bars. You’ll also be personally responsible for paying the victims’ damages, including all their medical bills and property damage.

You can’t afford to face the criminal justice system alone, and with our Tampa underage DUI drivers lawyer, you won’t have to. Our attorneys examine every aspect of your charge, from the conditions of the traffic stop to how your BAC was calculated, seeking evidence of improperly administered tests or other violations that led to a false DUI charge. Our legal team will question any errors in the stop and testing, and we’ll fight to have the entire stop or test removed, if possible.

If our dispute for the stop or test is unsuccessful, we pivot to mitigating the penalties for the DUI. Our long experience defending people like you has given us a good idea of possible plea deals we can negotiate with the prosecutor, and these deals are often much better than you could get on your own. We’re committed to protecting your rights and your freedom at every turn.

Why Our Experience Matters When You’re Underage And Charged With DUI

An underage drinking DUI charge could lead to years in jail and thousands in fines, and other associated costs. You deserve the best defense, and you’ll get it with our Tampa underage DUI driver’s lawyer. We defend you in court and seek alternative sentencing arrangements to keep you out of jail.

Firm lead attorney and co-founder Ben Stechschulte is a Board-Certified Criminal Defense specialist, an elite honor that less than 2% of Florida attorneys hold
As a former prosecutor, Mr. Stechschulte knows how the other side operates, benefiting you, our client
We represent accused persons in both felonies and misdemeanors, at the state and federal levels
Ben was recognized as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers® magazine

Have you been arrested for an underage DUI? Call Stechschulte Nell today—don’t risk your future!

MEET OUR TEAM

Stechschulte Nell is led by firm founder and lead attorney Ben Stechschulte, a Board-Certified criminal defense attorney. Ben understands well how the other side operates and exactly how to counter it. He and his team of skilled Florida criminal defense attorneys represent clients who have been arrested or charged with a crime. We’re one of the best DUI defense law firms in the greater Tampa area. We also are prepared to defend you against any crime, from a petty misdemeanor to a capital felony. Your freedom and future are our main motivation, and we protect you from the start. Call us today for a free consultation.