What is the Penalty for Teen Drunk Driving?

Florida has a Zero Tolerance law for teen drunk driving, so license suspension will occur after the teen blows a just a .02 blood alcohol level (BAL) on a breathalyzer.

Here are the penalties for anyone under the age of 21:

• First suspension – 6 months
• Second suspension – 1 year

Similar to the enhanced offense for older drivers, if teen drinking and driving occurs with the BAL at .05 or above, the individual must complete a substance abuse course before the driving suspension is lifted.

For more information, call the best criminal defense attorney in Polk County, Art Fulmer, ASAP. Even if you do not hire Mr. Fulmer to represent you, the legal advice he will provide during your consultation will give you an idea of what you are up against and help you plan for the future.