Where DUI cases are heard in Tampa
Misdemeanor DUI cases in Tampa are heard in Hillsborough County Court, part of Florida's Thirteenth 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 Tampa
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