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PRACTICE AREAS

Central Florida Criminal Defense

DUI CONTACT FORM

Attorney Brian F. Greenwald



2004





2001





2004









2005 - 2007

2007 - 2013

2013 - Present

Professional License

The Florida Bar, Member
# 900931



Education

University of Florida

BA Business Admin



Syracuse University

Juris Doctorate



Experience

​​Public Defender

Orlando

Broward

Private Practice

DUI Defense Attorney in Central Florida​

A DUI charge in Florida can affect your license, your job, your finances, and your future. If you’ve been arrested for driving under the influence, you need a defense strategy immediately—not after the damage is done.

At our firm, we represent clients charged with DUI throughout Central Florida. We focus on protecting your rights, challenging the evidence, and minimizing the impact on your life.

What Counts as DUI in Florida?

Under Florida law, you can be charged with DUI if:

  • Your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is 0.08% or higher, or

  • Your normal faculties are impaired by alcohol or drugs


Importantly, you can still be arrested even if your BAC is below 0.08% if an officer believes you are impaired.

Penalties for DUI in Florida

First DUI

  • Up to 6 months in jail

  • Fines up to $1,000

  • License suspension

  • Probation and DUI school

Second DUI

  • ​Increased jail time

  • Longer license suspension

  • Possible ignition interlock device

Third DUI (or more)

  • Felony charges possible

  • Significant prison exposure

  • Long-term license revocation

Additional penalties may apply if your BAC was 0.15% or higher, a minor was in the vehicle, or there was an accident or injury.

Defending a DUI Charge

Not every DUI arrest leads to a conviction. We examine every detail, including:

 

  • Traffic stop legality – Was there valid probable cause?

  • Field sobriety tests – Were they administered properly?

  • Breath or blood tests – Were machines calibrated and procedures followed?

  • Officer observations – Are they consistent and reliable?


Even small errors can lead to reduced charges or dismissal.

Driver’s License Suspension – Act Fast

After a DUI arrest, you only have 10 days to request a hearing to challenge your license suspension.

If you miss this deadline, your license may be automatically suspended.

We handle these hearings and fight to keep you driving whenever possible.

Why Choose Our Firm

  • Over 20 years of criminal defense experience

  • Aggressive defense strategies tailored to each case

  • Direct communication with your attorney

  • Extensive experience in Central Florida courts


We understand what’s at stake—and we treat your case that way.

Speak With a DUI Defense Lawyer Today

A DUI charge does not have to define your future. The sooner you act, the more options you may have.

Call now for a consultation or fill out our contact form to get started.

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© 2026, Brian F. Greenwald, P.A. Florida Bar License # 900931

Email: bfgreenwald@gmail.com

(407) 807-0840


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