Reader’s Question:

I know that after my DUI charge here in Palm Beach, Florida, I have to do certain things to save my driver’s license. What are the things that I should do now so that I can still have my driving privileges?

Jude

Palm Beach, FL

To save your driver’s license, the first thing that you should do after your DUI arrest in Palm Beach, Florida is to request for an Administrative hearing with the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV). Upon your request, DHSMV is authorized to conduct formal and informal reviews for the purpose of sustaining, amending or invalidating administrative suspensions and disqualifications. The decision of the DHSMV should not be considered in any trial for refusal to blood alcohol test nor any written statement you submitted in your request for review be admissible into evidence against you in any such trial. The disposition of any related criminal offenses should not affect the suspension of your license.

The temporary permit that the officer issued you is valid for 10 days from the date of your arrest. This permit does not authorize anyone to operate a commercial motor vehicle for the first 24 hours of suspension of driving privileges. The Administrative hearing with the DHSMV should be requested with 10 days upon arrest and I also suggest that you request the officer’s presence so that it can give you a preview of your trial.

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