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Result:
Felony DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
9/12/22
SUmmary:
Our client was charged with a fourth offense DUI and was facing a lifetime loss of his license. The client hired Mr. Sullivan to defend his case shortly after the arrest. Mr. Sullivan’s early intervention in the case resulted in the administrative license suspension being invalidated and our client was able to fully reinstate his license. In the criminal case, Mr. Sullivan reviewed all discovery and evidence which revealed several factual and legal defenses. These issues were brought to the attention of the State Attorney who ultimately agreed to amend the Felony DUI to a misdemeanor reckless driving. Our client was able to resolve the case with no DUI conviction, no loss of license and no jail time.
Case #22-0919-CF
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
7/26/22
SUmmary:
Our client was involved in a minor traffic accident which led to a DUI investigation. Following arrest, our client submitted to breath test with results of .13/.12. Mr. Sullivan prepared a mitigation memo to the State Attorney outlining weaknesses with the case. Based upon this information, the State agreed to reduce the charge to Reckless Driving.
Case #ADW4USE
Result:
2nd Offense DUI Pled to Minimums
7/26/22
SUmmary:
Our client was involved in a traffic crash and was thereafter investigated for DUI. The client had a prior DUI conviction for DUI and the breath alcohol level was above .30. Mr. Sullivan submitted significant mitigation to the State Attorney’s Office and favorably negotiated a “minimum” disposition with no jail time, no ankle monitor, with probation.
Case #385594X
Result:
Felony DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
7/18/22
SUmmary:
Our client was charged with a fourth offense DUI involving a DUI on a bicycle. Our office presented mitigating facts and circumstances to the State Attorney prior to any charges being filed. The State agreed that although the breath result was .20, the circumstances were mitigated. As a result, the State permitted our client to plea to the reduced charge of Reckless Driving at his first court date. Our client, who was facing a lifetime DL revocation, did not end up losing his license at all.
Case #21-11530-CF
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
5/10/22
SUmmary:
Our client was the subject of a traffic stop for erratic driving. Although our client performed well on field sobriety tests, he was nevertheless arrested for DUI. Multiple open containers were located in his vehicle. Following his arrest, our client provided breath results that were above the legal limit. Mr. Sullivan performed an audit of the intoxilyzer used to test our client’s breath alcohol level. He discovered that the breath test operator had an expired permit to operate the machine. Mr. Sullivan presented this to the State and the state agreed to reduce the charge from DUI to Reckless Driving.
Case #ADW4I7E
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
5/10/22
SUmmary:
Our client was stopped by law enforcement after a citizen reported erratic driving. Law enforcement conducted a DUI investigation for which our client was arrested. Following her arrest, our client submitted breath results that were .22 and .22. Mr. Sullivan provided the State Attorney with a signficant mitgation packet outlining our client’s good character, her committment to the community, and the fact that this was truly an isolated incident during a very stressful time. Based upon this presentation, the State Attorney agreed to reduce the DUI to Reckless Driving.
Case #AEBM0SE
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
5/10/22
SUmmary:
Our client was the subject of a traffic stop for failure to maintain a single lane of travel. Following the stop, law enforcement conducted a DUI investigation for which our client was ultimately arrested. After her arrest, our client submitted breath results of .13/.12. Mr. Sullivan presented evidence regarding our client’s good character and the State agreed to reduce the charge of DUI to Reckless Driving.
Case #ADW4QHE
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
5/10/22
SUmmary:
Our client was involved in a motor vehicle collision with another car. Following the crash investigation, the trooper elected to conduct a DUI investigation. Mr. Sullivan discovered several errors made by the troopers during the course of their investigation. We submitted correspondence to the State Attorney outlining these legal issues and the State agreed to reduce the charge from DUI to Reckless Driving.
Case #A76MK2E
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
5/5/22
SUmmary:
Our client was the subject of a traffic stop after law enforcement observed the client driving aggressively. Subsequent to the stop, a DUI investigation was conducted for which our client was ultimately arrested. Following arrest, our client refused to submit to breath testing. Mr. Sullivan submitted mitigation to the State outlining the client’s good character and young age. Based upon these factors, the State agreed to amend the charge from DUI to Reckless Driving.
Case #AEBLXNE
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
5/5/22
SUmmary:
Our client was stopped for driving at an excessive speed and charged with Racing on a Highway. Law enforcement detected indicators of impairment and placed our client under arrest for DUI. Following arrest, our client provided breath samples with results of .12 and .11. Mr. Sullivan negotiated a global resolution that resulted in no conviction for any crime. The DUI was reduced to Reckless Driving and the Racing on a Highway charge, which itself carries a 1 year suspension, was amended to Speeding.
Case #AEBMM3E
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
5/5/22
SUmmary:
Our client was the subject of a traffic stop for a lane change violation. The officers detected indicators of impairment and our client was placed under arrest for DUI. Subsequent to arrest, the client provided breath samples of .11 and .12. Mr. Sullivan negotiated a resolution for the client that resulted in a reduction in the charge from DUI to Reckless Driving and no conviction or points on the amended charge of Reckless Driving.
Case #AEBMRXE
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
4/29/22
SUmmary:
Our office was contacted by a client in the middle of March. He had been charged with a DUI and hired a firm out of South Florida to represent him. After 8 months, he had never met his lawyers and they told him he should plea to a DUI, go to jail for 10 days, and accept a 5-year license revocation.
Case #ADW4JLE
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
3/15/22
SUmmary:
Our client was the subject of a traffic stop for not having headlights on. She was the subject of a DUI investigation and was ultimately arrested for DUI. Subsequent to arrest, she submitted to breath testing with results of .09 and .10. Mr. Sullivan submitted a mitigation packet and the State agreed to reduce the charge to Reckless Driving.
Case #AEBM3VE
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
3/10/22
SUmmary:
Our client was the subject of a traffic stop and was investigated for DUI. His breath results were just above the legal limit with results of .08 and .08. Mr. Sullivan presented scientific evidence demonstrating that his breath alcohol level would have been below .08 at the time of driving. The state agreed to a reduction to reckless driving with a withhold of adjudication. This means that the client is eligible to seal the record of the arrest.
Case #AEBMAOE
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
12/21/21
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Case #ADW4GSE
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
12/21/21
SUmmary:
Our client was involved in a minor traffic crash. A DUI investigation was conducted that led to our client’s arrest. Following his arrest, our client declined to submit to breath testing. Mr. Sullivan submitted mitigation to the State Attorney who ultimately agreed to reduce the charge from DUI to Reckless Driving.
Case #ADW4JGE
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
12/21/21
SUmmary:
Our client was the subject of a traffic stop for driving without headlights. Following the stop, a DUI investigation was conducted after which our client was arrested for DUI. Subsequent to his arrest, our client declined to submit to breath testing. Mr. Sullivan submitted mitigating info to the State Attorney who agreed to amend the charge from DUI to Reckless Driving.
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
12/16/21
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Case #AENXIXE
Result:
DUI Reduced to Careless Driving
11/17/21
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Case #ADDEG6E
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
11/17/21
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Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
11/17/21
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Case #AEDTZME
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
11/17/21
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Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
11/4/21
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Result:
DUI Above .15 to DUI Below .15
10/26/21
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Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
10/14/21
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Case #AE3AFIE
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
10/13/21
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Case #ADDDQRE
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
10/13/21
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Case #AEDTYQE
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
10/13/21
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Case #AEBLWRE
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
9/23/21
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Case #ADI9O1E
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
9/23/21
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Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
9/21/21
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Case #ADW4EXE
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
8/25/21
SUmmary:
Client was stopped for running a stop sign. Subsequent to the stop, our client performed below average on FSE’s. Because she had just finished a shift at work, she was quite fatigued. The deputy elected to place our client under arrest for DUI. Our client submitted to breath testing which yielded results that were both above the legal limit of .08 and the enhancement level of .15. Mr. Sullivan discovered issues with the machine that called into question the reliability of the results. This evidence was presented to the State Attorney’s Office and it agreed to reduce the charge of DUI Above .15 to Reckless Driving.
Case #AD0B7NE
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving; Racing on a Highway Reduced to Careless Driving
8/25/21
SUmmary:
Client was stopped by law enforcement for allegedly racing another vehicle at excessive speeds on Gulf to Bay Blvd. Subsequent to the stop, law enforcement detected indicators of impairment and conducted a DUI investigation. Our client performed well on the tasks, but was nevertheless arrested for DUI and Racing on a Highway. Inasmuch as both offenses result in a license revocation, it was imperative that both charges be reduced to avoid our client losing his license. Mr. Sullivan was successful in convincing the State to reduce both charges, in large part due to our client’s proactive attitude in completing assignments that Mr. Sullivan provided him with.
Case #ADVMM3E
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
8/25/21
SUmmary:
Client was stopped for driving through a safety zone. Subsequent to the stop, law enforcement alleged that they observed indicators of impairment and had our client performed field sobriety exercises. She performed above-average on the tasks. Nevertheless, law enforcement placed her under arrest. Subsequent to arrest, she declined to submit to breath testing. Mr. Sullivan provided a mitigation packet to the State and it agreed to reduce the DUI offense to Reckless Driving despite it being our client’s second arrest for DUI.
Case #ADDDHZE
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving – Adjudication Withheld
8/24/21
SUmmary:
Client was stopped for speeding. Law enforcement believed he was impaired and performed Field Sobriety Tests. Despite an above-average performance on the tests, the officer arrested our client for DUI. Subsequent to arrest, client provided breath results of .08/.07. Mr. Sullivan presented mitigation ot the State Attorney’s Office and they agreed to reduce the charge to Reckless Driving and Withhold Adjudication. This means that when his sentence is complete, our client will be eligible to seal the record of arrest.
Case #ADW4GKE
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving; Possession of Cocaine Charge Dismissed
8/11/21
SUmmary:
Client was involved in a single vehicle accident. Law enforcement arrived at the scene and placed the client under arrest for DUI. Breath results were slightly above the legal limit. In a search incident to arrest, our client was found to be in possession of a small amount of cocaine. This was our client’s second arrest for DUI. Mr. Sullivan presented mitigation to the State, which ultimately resulted in a dismissal of the felony cocaine charge and a reduction of the DUI to Reckless Driving
Case #20-01107-CF
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
8/5/21
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Result:
DUI
6/30/21
SUmmary:
Client was charged with a DUI offense that was a third offense occurring within 10 years of a felony. As a result, client was facing mandatory jail time, a 10 year loss of license, and the potential of a felony conviction. Mr. Sullivan negotiated with the state in a way that resulted in a plea that was not a felony, only a 6 month loss of license and no jail time whatsoever.
Case #AEBLLS3E
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
5/25/21
SUmmary:
Our client was involved in a traffic accident in which he was alleged to have left the scene of an accident. A subsequent investigation led to our client’s arrest for DUI. He provided breath alcohol samples with results of .13/.12. Mr. Sullivan performed a thorough analysis of the Intoxilyzer. Due in part to some of the problems Mr. Sullivan found with the machine, the State agreed to reduce the DUI to Reckless Driving.
Case #AAM745E
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
5/18/21
SUmmary:
Our client was stopped for speeding on 4th Street in St. Petersburg in an area where the speed limit had just changed. She declined breath testing and field sobriety testing, This was a second offense DUI arrest. The State agreed to reduce the charge from DUI to Reckless Driving.
Case #AAM71RE
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
5/6/21
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Case #ADW48HE
Result:
DUI Above .15 Reduced to a DUI Below .15
4/1/21
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Case #ADDBAEE
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
4/1/21
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Case #ADDBX0E
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
4/1/21
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Case #ADGFB1E
Result:
DUI Above .15 Reduced to a DUI Below .15
3/11/21
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Case #A76SOYE
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
3/4/21
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Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
2/26/21
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Case #AD0B8VE
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
2/25/21
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Case #ADGFB1E
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
2/24/21
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Case #AAM77CE
Result:
DUI Above .15 Reduced to Reckless Driving
2/17/21
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Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
2/11/21
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Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
2/11/21
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Case #ABSKE4E
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
2/11/21
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Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
2/11/21
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Result:
DUI Above .15 Reduced to DUI Below .1
2/11/21
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Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
2/11/21
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Case #AD0B23E
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
2/11/21
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Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
2/11/21
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Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
2/10/21
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Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
2/9/21
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Case #ADBM9IE
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
2/4/21
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Result:
DUI Above .15 Reduced to DUI Below .15
2/4/21
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Case #AC873HE
Result:
DUI above .15 Reduced to DUI below .15
2/4/21
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Result:
DUI Above .15 Reduced to DUI Below .15
2/4/21
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Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
1/26/21
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Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
1/14/21
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Client was stopped by police for a “move over” violation. Client holds a CDL license and risked losing his livelihood if convicted of DUI. The State would not reduce charge so Mr. Sullivan set the case for trial. On the day of trial, the State agreed to reduce charge. Client agreed to accept deal in order to avoid a 1-year cancellation of his CDL license.
Case #ACEVQXE
Result:
DUI Reduced to Careless Driving
12/8/20
SUmmary:
Client was arrested for DUI and provided a breath alcohol level below .08. Subsequent urine testing did not show any controlled substances in his system. The State agreed to amend the charge to Careless with no conviction, which allows the client to expunge the record of the arrest without having to shoulder the risk associated with having a trial.
Case #AC4TF8E
Result:
DUI Amended to Reckless Driving
12/1/20
SUmmary:
Client was charged with a DUI after a traffic stop for having no headlights on. Subsequent to the stop, she was arrested for DUI and provided a breath alcohol level above .15. Mr. Sullivan used freeze-frame technology and created videos which showed the Defendant’s headlights reflections in various windows. The State recognized that the stop may not have been lawful and agreed to reduce the charge to Reckless Driving.
Case #AALGL2E
Result:
Not Guilty Verdict
11/4/20
SUmmary:
The client was charged with a fourth offense DUI and facing substantial incarceration and a lifetime loss of license. Mr. Sullivan litigated the matter with a trial when the State would not agree to a reduction in charge. A not guilty verdict was returned, which resulted in the client avoiding any time in jail and a lifetime license revocation.
Case #19-11507-CF
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
10/21/20
SUmmary:
Client was stopped for making an improper left turn in a golf cart. The client performed poorly on FSE’s and subsequently provided a breath alcohol test with results that were .19. Mr. Sullivan pointed out a number of legal and factual issues with the case, and the State agreed to amend the charge from DUI to Reckless Driving.
Case #AD0AUYE
Result:
DUI Above .15 Reduced to DUI Below .15
10/21/20
SUmmary:
Client was charged with a DUI with a breath alcohol level in excess of .30. Mr. Sullivan conducted an extensive evaluation of the breath testing machine used to test our client’s breath alcohol level – which revealed multiple errors. This evidence was presented to the State and the State agreed to treat the case as a DUI with a breath alcohol level below .15. This concession allowed the client to avoid enhnanced finds and the mandatory placement of an interlock device on his car that he would have to blow into to get the car to start.
Case #AD0AW6E
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
10/14/20
SUmmary:
Client was stopped for speeding and failure to maintain a single lane. He performed fairly on FSE’s and was arrested for DUI. Marijuana and paraphernalia were found in the car. Subsequent urine testing revealed the presence of THC in urine. Mr. Sullivan presented mitigation on all matters and the State agreed to reduce the DUI offense to Reckless Driving.
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
10/13/20
SUmmary:
Client was stopped for weaving when pulling into his own driveway. Client was of advanced age was asked to do field sobriety exercises that were inappropriate for someone of his age. Client refused breath testing. Mr. Sullivan presented mitigation and the State agreed to amend the DUI offense to a Reckless Driving.
Case #A7ZDWNE
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
10/13/20
SUmmary:
Client was detained after the police found her “passed out” behind the wheel. The client refused a blood test. Mr. Sullivan pointed out significant legal issues with the case. The state agreed to a reduction to reckless driving with a withhold of adjudication. The client will be eligible to seal her record.
Case #A7VDWTE
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
10/02/20
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Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
09/24/20
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Result:
DUI Reduced to Careless Driving
09/18/20
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Case #ACEVSNE
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
09/18/20
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Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
09/18/20
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Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
09/18/20
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Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
09/18/20
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Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
09/18/20
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Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
09/18/20
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Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
09/18/20
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Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
09/18/20
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Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
09/18/20
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Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
09/10/20
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Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
09/09/20
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Client was involved in an accident in which her vehicle rear-ended a public transportation bus. She performed fairly on FSE’s and her urine results showed the presence of marijuana. Mr. Sullivan pointed out inconsistencies in the officer’s report using his skill and knowledge from taking the Drug Recognition Expert Medical Foundations class. The State agreed to reduce the charge to reckless driving.
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
09/09/20
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DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
09/09/20
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Case #A76S7JE
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
08/27/20
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Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
08/24/20
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Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
08/20/20
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Client initially hired another lawyer. That previous lawyer recommended that client plea to DUI. Client then hired Mr. Sullivan. Client’s BAC was .12. Mr. Sullivan found troubling issues with intoxilyzer and presented same to State Attorney’s Office. State then agreed to reduce charge to Reckless Driving.
Result:
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
07/30/20
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DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
07/24/20
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DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
07/24/20
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DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
07/20/20
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DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
07/20/20
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