Reader’s Question:

I have a recent charge for DUI in Palm Beach, Florida and I was told that I have to go to a DUI school. Does this mean that I would also need to have an alcohol assessment and treatment?

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Palm Beach, FL

After your DUI arrest in Palm Beach, Florida, you might be assumed to have a drinking problem and you will be mandated to have an alcohol evaluation, education (DUI School) and treatment before your driving privileges could be restored if you will be convicted for DUI.

A DUI conviction in Florida means that you will be required to undergo an evaluation to determine the extent your life is affected by alcohol consumption and if your drinking behavior is considered alcohol abuse or alcohol dependence. You would also be required to attend classes on the dangers of driving under the influence regardless of the results of your alcohol evaluation. This is commonly referred to as a DUI School or drunk driving school. If the evaluation determined that you have a drinking problem, the length or number of the required education classes can be increased. Also, if the alcohol evaluation determines that you are an alcohol abuser or an alcohol dependent, you will be required to complete some form of treatment before driving privileges are restored.

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