DUI – Overview
DUI – Laws
DUI – Penalties
DUI - Refusal to Submit to Testing
DUI – Defenses
DUI – Automatic License Suspension
DUI - Reinstatement of License
DUI – Field Sobriety Exercises (“tests”)
DUI – Breath Tests and Breathalyzer
DUI – Blood and Urine Tests
DUI - How to Calculate Blood Alcohol Content

How to Calculate Your Estimated Blood Alcohol Content (BAC)

During a DUI investigation the police use breath, blood and urine tests to try and determine your blood alcohol content (BAC). Under Florida law a BAC over .08% creates a legal “presumption” that your normal faculties are ‘impaired’ and you can be convicted of DUI. Below is a general guide for estimating your BAC.

1. Count your drinks (1 drink equals 1 ounce of 100-proof liquor or one five ounce glass of table wine or one 12-ounce bottle/mug of regular beer);

2. Use the attached chart (Printable in PDF format) and under number of Drinks and opposite Body weight find the percent of blood alcohol listed;
3. Subtract from this number the percent of alcohol burned up during the time elapsed since your first drink. This figure is .015% per hour.

Example: 180 lbs. man - 8 drinks in 4 hours / .167% minus (.015x4) = .107%)

**Disclaimer: The information on this page should be used as a reference only and is not intended to be legal advice. Florida criminal law is continually changing therefore some of the provisions contained here may be out of date. It is always best to consult an Orlando criminal defense attorney about your legal rights and responsibilities regarding your particular case.**

A complete listing of all Florida Statutes can be found at: http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes

Consult With an Experienced Orlando DUI Attorney

The facts of every DUI case are different and if convicted you could face jail or prison time. Because of this and other complexities in handling these types of cases, it is vitally important that you obtain representation from an Orlando DUI lawyer experienced in defending, not prosecuting these types of crimes.

If you have been arrested and charged with a DUI or other criminal offense contact Orlando DUI attorney Will Corzo or Sam Kohrs. Call toll free 877-99CK-LAW for a free consultation and explanation of your rights.