Defense services for DUI and DWI offenses
in the Clearwater and St Petersburg areas.
24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week
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 significant mitigation packet outlining our client’s good character, her commitment 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
If you have been arrested for a DUI, Drunk Driving, DWI, or Driving Under the Influence charge in the Tampa Bay area arising out of St. Petersburg, Clearwater, or any other location within Pinellas County, we are highly rated DUI lawyers who can help.
Attorney Tim Sullivan and Marc Pelletier are experienced and qualified attorneys. We are dedicated to defending your rights and protecting your privilege to drive. Our office also routinely deals with the DHSMV in making application for driving permits and Florida hardship driver’s licenses.
You cannot take the benefit of this law automatically! It requires the filing of specialized paperwork and careful attention to Florida DHSMV procedures. Therefore, having the advice of an experienced attorney is critical for avoiding the potential pitfalls and mistakes that can leave you without a driver’s license.
When searching for a good DUI lawyer in Pinellas County to protect your best interests and driving privilege, you should carefully consider the attorney’s training, skill, and qualifications. We are former state prosecutors who handle DUI cases only arising out of Pinellas County, including:
Certified DUI Intoxilyzer Operators
If an Intoxilyzer was used in your case, we have the “know how” to examine the validity of the operator’s permit and to examine the machine’s calibration records. A failure of the police to properly comply with administrative rules may render your breath test results inadmissible in court.
Intoxilyzer Machine Inspector
Attorney Tim Sullivan is one of just a few Florida lawyers trained in FDLE curriculum to inspect and evaluate the maintenance protocol of the Intoxilyzer 8000 used in your case. Breath testing results are only admissible in court if the machine has passed regular local and state inspections.
Roadside Field Sobriety Test Certified
Attorney Marc Pelletier received the same field sobriety test training as law enforcement. Thus, our team can review your DUI video to determine if your tests were properly administered and fairly interpreted.
"Masters of DUI” Program
Each lawyer has successfully fulfilled the prerequisites of the 2016 Masters of DUI Program conducted through the Florida Bar’s Department of Continuing Education..
Graduates of the NCDD at Harvard Law School
Marc Pelletier and Tim Sullivan completed an intensive course of study at the National College for DUI Defense. This advanced-level training in the art of DUI advocacy is widely recognized by lawyers as a superior “hands on” approach to learning top notch DUI defense strategy.
Defense services for DUI and DWI offenses
24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week
Baypoint Commerce Center
The Koger Building
9721 Executive Center Dr N,
Suite 120
St. Petersburg, FL 33702
Wilder Center
3000 Gulf to Bay Blvd.
Suite 100
Clearwater, FL 33765
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