Sobriety Checkpoints

Sobriety Checkpoints in Tampa

Sobriety checkpoints, sometimes referred to as DUI roadblocks, are tools utilized by law enforcement in order to prevent drunk driving. These DUI roadblocks allow the police to pull over an individual who has violated no laws, therefore infringing on that person's Fourth Amendment rights. However, in order to legally pull someone over, the checkpoint must adhere to certain rules and regulations. It is important to consult a Tampa DUI attorney immediately if you have been arrested at a checkpoint or roadblock.

At Parks & Braxton, the lawyers are more than familiar with the laws governing sobriety checkpoints in Tampa and will use this knowledge to your benefit. In fact, the firm has been published statewide in the successfully defended DUI checkpoint case State of Florida v. Dane Bauers which clearly explains what the police are required to do. A skilled drunk driving lawyer may be able to prove that the checkpoint where you were stopped was not following these guidelines which would result in the dismissal of you charges. In addition, a top DUI lawyer can demonstrate that the guidelines surrounding the checkpoint were insufficient to begin with (as was the case in State v. Bauers), which would also result in the dismissal of the DUI. When you contact Parks & Braxton for a free initial consultation, your case will be reviewed to see if a sobriety checkpoint was improperly used, or if at any other point in your arrest your rights were violated by law enforcement.

DUI Lawyer in Tampa

Florida law is strict in regards to the procedures used by law enforcement in any arrest. Often there are technical errors and these errors can be used to defend you. With a complete review of the evidence against you and the circumstances surrounding your drunk driving arrest, a quality defense attorney can determine what can be done in your case. Each case is unique, but a full investigation can lead to dropped charges or a reduction of the charge in many cases.

Take advantage of the skill and knowledge of the DUI defense lawyers at Parks & Braxton which has led to so many victories in court (click "recent court victories" to review our success in court). The attorneys have over 40 years total experience and there are few circumstances that have not been successfully defended over the years. When facing drunk driving charges, it is strongly urged that you get the assistance of an aggressive defense attorney to fight for your side. This can increase the possibility of a better outcome on your case and your ability to drive in the future.

Why a Tampa DUI Lawyer?

At any point in the entire DUI process, there are a number of points where a strong defense can be built. Your Tampa DUI lawyer may be able to prove that:

• A breathalyzer test was improperly administered, or that the machine was not calibrated
• A blood test was not tested by a properly licensed individual
• The police were not entitled to even ask for a blood test
• The DUI roadblock or sobriety checkpoint was not adhering to state and federal guidelines
• Field sobriety tests were not administered properly, or that the results were inaccurate
• You were not read your Miranda rights
• You were not informed of the consequences of refusing blood alcohol testing

If you or someone you know was arrested for driving under the influence after being stopped at a sobriety checkpoint in Tampa, consult an attorneys at Parks & Braxton. The attorneys will review the circumstances of your case and determine what defense strategy will be most effective. It may be that the roadblock was set up improperly or that it was not intended to prevent drunk driving but rather to make DUI arrests. Whether you were arrested for a multiple DUI or a DUI involving drugs, or any DUI related offense, an attorney at our firm can help.