Where DUI cases are heard in Jacksonville
Misdemeanor DUI cases in Jacksonville are heard in Duval County Court, part of Florida's Fourth Judicial Circuit.
Your license deadline in Florida
You can request a formal or informal review of the suspension within 10 days after the notice of suspension is issued. The officer's notice works as a 10-day temporary permit if you're otherwise eligible, and asking for a review does not pause the suspension (Florida Statutes §322.2615).
| Situation | Suspension |
|---|
| BAC 0.08 or higher, first time | 6 months |
| BAC 0.08 or higher, previously suspended under this law | 1 year |
| Refused the test, first time | 1 year |
| Refused the test, previously suspended for a refusal | 18 months |
| Under 21 with 0.02 or higher, first time | 6 months |
Sources and details: Florida DUI guide.
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What to do this week
- Find your suspension notice and the date on it.
- Request the license hearing in time, or talk to a DUI attorney who can.
- Write down what happened and keep it private.
- Note your court date and don't miss it: it's on your citation or bond paperwork.
Areas we cover around Jacksonville
DowntownRiversideSan MarcoSouthsideArlingtonMandarinNorthsideWestsideJacksonville BeachNeptune BeachAtlantic BeachOrange ParkFernandina BeachSt. Augustine
How long do I have to save my license after a DUI arrest in Jacksonville?
You can request a formal or informal review of the suspension within 10 days after the notice of suspension is issued. The officer's notice works as a 10-day temporary permit if you're otherwise eligible, and asking for a review does not pause the suspension (Florida Statutes §322.2615).
Which court handles DUI cases in Jacksonville?
Misdemeanor DUI cases in Jacksonville are heard in Duval County Court, part of Florida's Fourth Judicial Circuit. Your citation or bond paperwork shows your court.
Do you cover areas near Jacksonville?
Yes. Requests are welcome from across Duval County, including Downtown, Riverside, San Marco, Southside, and nearby Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach, Atlantic Beach, Orange Park.
How much does a DUI lawyer cost in Jacksonville?
It depends on the case and the court. Nationally, a Nolo reader survey found an average of $1,900 in attorney fees and expenses for a first-offense DUI (Nolo / DrivingLaws.org reader survey). Ask for a written quote.