Our case studies provide a closer look at how we’ve helped clients navigate challenging DUI charges and achieve favorable outcomes. While every case is different, these examples highlight our strategic approach, dedication, and commitment to protecting our clients’ rights and futures.
Our client was the subject of a traffic stop by law enforcement due to a malfunctioning headlight. Our client elected to provide a breath sample which produced a breath result of 0.156/0.153. Mr. Sullivan was able to prepare mitigation to the state attorney’s office that challenged the legality of the DUI investigation in its entirety, resulting in a reduction in charge from DUI to Reckless Driving.
Our client was stopped by law enforcement for not having her headlights on while driving at night. Law enforcement conducted a DUI investigation. Our client refused to submit to breath testing. Mr. Sullivan prepared correspondence to the State who in turn agreed to reduce the charge of DUI to Reckless Driving.
Our client was the subject of a welfare check due to the vehicle’s low rate of speed and weaving pattern. Client submitted to a breath test administered by law enforcement with results above the legal limit. Mr. Sullivan was able to provide substantial mitigation in the case and the state agreed to reduce the charge of DUI to Reckless Driving.
Our client was the subject of a traffic stop by law enforcement for leaving the scene of a crash involving property damage. Our client submitted to breath testing with results above the legal limit of .08. Several mitigating factors, including a prolonged detention of our client was of questionable legality. In this case, with the presence of significant mitigating factors surrounding our client’s charges, Mr. Sullivan was able to get the state to agree to a reduction in charge of DUI to Reckless Driving.
Our client was stopped by law enforcement for going 55 MPH in a 40 MPH zone. Client submitted to breath testing with results above the legal limit. Mr. Sullivan prepared mitigation that led the state to agree and reduce the charge of DUI to Reckless Driving.
Our client was the subject of a traffic stop for speeding. Our client refused to provide a breath test for law enforcement. Ultimately, Mr. Sullivan was able to prepare correspondence to the state that provided significant mitigating factors and an outcome of a reduction in charge from DUI to Reckless Driving.
Client was charged with a second offense DUI. Law enforcement conducted a traffic stop for turning the wrong way on a one way. Our client was arrested for DUI, and refused breath testing. Mr. Sullivan prepared persuasive correspondence to the prosecutor, pointing out legal issues with the investigation and arrest. The State ultimately agreed to reduce the charge from DUI to Reckless Driving with just a fine and NO probation.
Our client was initially approached by law enforcement in her parked car, asleep. However, the keys were not in the ignition, and the client provided a breath result that was below the legal limit. Our client was unable to provide a urine specimen. Mr. Sullivan was able to provide significant mitigating factors to suggest that there was no evidence with which to prove impairment, resulting in a reduction in charge from DUI to Careless Driving.
Our client was initially stopped by law enforcement for failure to maintain his lane of travel. Our client refused to submit to breath testing. Mr. Sullivan was able to present mitigation to the state that proved to be successful in securing a reduction in charge from DUI to Reckless Driving.
Our client was the subject of a traffic stop by law enforcement due to using his cell phone to make a video call while driving. Our client refused to submit to breath testing. Mr. Sullivan provided mitigation to the state, including the fact that Florida law does NOT prohibit a driver from making a video call while driving – challenging the legality of the initial traffic stop. Mr. Sullivan was able to secure a reduction in charge from DUI to Careless Driving.
Our client was confronted by law enforcement on private property, at his residence in his own backyard, asleep in the front seat of his vehicle. The client provided a BAC that was .210/.229. Our client refused to perform roadside field sobriety tests. Mr. Sullivan provided mitigation to the State challenging the entry of law enforcement into our client’s backyard without the benefit of a warrant, and not in fresh pursuit of any criminal offense. The State ultimately agreed and reduced the charge from DUI BAC Above .15 to Reckless Driving.
Our client was the subject of a traffic stop where he failed to move over for an emergency vehicle that was stopped along the roadway. Client provided a breath result of 0.123/0.118, below the enhancement level of .15. Due to the facts and circumstances of our client’s case, Mr. Sullivan worked with the state to present mitigation that was successful in securing a reduction in charge from DUI to Reckless Driving.
