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DMV Hearings in Panama City
Florida DUI 10-Day Rule
If you have been arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol, you have only ten days in which to request a hearing with the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. Otherwise, you will lose your driver's license to an administrative suspension lasting anywhere from 180 days to a year.
Many drivers who are charged with DUI fail to realize that they have a right to challenge the automatic driver's license revocation. They think that since they were caught driving with a blood alcohol concentration over the legal limit or were visibly substance impaired, there is no way to fight the charges and that they simply have to accept the consequences. The fact is that you can defend yourself against any charges, and by taking action now you may win the case. When you work with the firm, you will have a former prosecutor on your side, an attorney who has personally handled more than 6,000 criminal cases and who knows how to get results.
You Are in Danger of Losing Your License
The hearing with the DHSMV is a separate action from the criminal case, and while it is similar to a criminal trial, it is generally less formal. The police officer may not even appear to testify against you. Your attorney will have the opportunity to introduce evidence and witnesses, and to cross-examine the witnesses and evidence against you, such as the results of any chemical tests you may have taken.
The goal, as in the criminal case, is to prove your innocence, to raise doubts about your guilt or to demonstrate legal problems which render the evidence unreliable. With success, the DHSMV official will decide to overturn the suspension and allow you to stay behind the wheel.
Before doing anything else on the case, contact the team at Shepard Law, P.A., where they are committed to defending the rights of the accused and can fight to help you keep your license.
What Sets Shepard Law Apart?
Your case is our priority. We aim for the best outcome.
We understand the complexities of the legal system and the impact on your life. Our focus is on securing your future.
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“Rusty is very personable and accommodating. He made himself available on short notice and met with me after hours. He told me not to worry and got everything dismissed in court this morning! Thank you Rusty and Lisa!!!”- Lauren
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“Mr. Shepard and his staff are amazing! They went above and beyond to help me. I would not want anyone else on my team! I am young and despite that, he made sure that the judge saw me as a person and not just a young person. He and his office even spent extra time with me and attended to every single thousand question that I had. They could not get a better rating 10 stars!!”- Jessica
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“Shepard Law is truly one of a kind!!! Their team of attorneys and support staff knows criminal law inside and out. They will take a case to trial with no fear and are a force to be seen in the courtroom!!!! They are compassionate and make their clients feel supported every single step of the way. They are flexible with payment options, which allows everyone to be able to receive TOP QUALITY representation. I would absolutely recommend Shepherd Law to any of my friends or family members without hesitation.”- Vanessa M.
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“Shepard Law is truly one of a kind!!! Their team of attorneys and support staff knows criminal law inside and out. They will take a case to trial with no fear and are a force to be seen in the courtroom!!!! They are compassionate and make their clients feel supported every single step of the way. They are flexible with payment options, which allows everyone to be able to receive TOP QUALITY representation. I would absolutely recommend Shepherd Law to any of my friends or family members without hesitation.”- Vanessa M.
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“My wife and I found out on a Monday that we needed a Defense Attorney on Tuesday for a family situation. I called the office and Megan quickly contacted Rusty and he reassured us that he would be at court on Tuesday and he would take care of everything. Those words were the most comforting we've heard as this came up not long after Hurricane Michael. Rusty and his office has no idea how much he helped us and how much we appreciate their quick response. Thank you will never cover how much you guys mean to us.”- Craig E.