Recent Pasco County DUI Results

Case 1

New Port Richey, Pasco County. — The police arrested the client for leaving the scene of an accident and for his third DUI in ten years. The possible sentence for these offenses was more than five (5) years in Florida State Prison.

The attorneys at Whittel & Melton insisted that the client receive complete discovery and have his case heard by a jury of his peers. Our lawyers requested that the court uphold the client’s constitutional right to a speedy trial. The State Attorney’s Office did not recognize technical problems with their LSA/ DUI charging document or indictment and could not proceed.

Result: DUI DISMISSED.

Case 2

Dade City, Pasco County. — The client was arrested for DUI near Zephyrhills, FL, after crossing the dividing line while driving. A subsequent breath test showed a result above the legal limit of .08. The attorneys handling the case promptly requested a copy of the DUI arrest video as part of their defense strategy.

However, the DUI investigation by the Law Offices of Whittel & Melton showed that although the driver’s Breath Alcohol Content was more than .08, he appeared sober on the video and completed all the FHP roadside or physical sobriety exercises with relative ease. The lawyers pursued the Prosecutors to show them this evidence to negotiate a fair outcome for the client.

Result: DUI Dropped; plead to Reckless Driving, No Probation, No Drivers License Suspension.

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