Boating Under the Influence (BUI)
Like DUI, boating under the influence (BUI) is a crime where many people find themselves going from having a good time with friends and family, to being pulled out of their boats and sitting in a jail cell. Polk County has many beautiful lakes, and most of us who live in the area find great recreation on the water.
Since it’s hot in Florida, a refreshing cold beer or other alcoholic beverage is an added form of relaxation.
However, caution is necessary when you’re in command of a boat. A charge of boating under the influence can have very serious consequences on your life. It’s important to understand the guidelines of the law. According to Florida Statute 327.35, “A person is guilty of the offense of boating under the influence and is subject to punishment as provided in subsection (2) if the person is operating a vessel within this state and: (a) The person is under the influence of alcoholic beverages, any chemical substance set forth in s. 877.111, or any substance controlled under chapter 893, when affected to the extent that the person’s normal faculties are impaired; (b) The person has a blood-alcohol level of 0.08 or more grams of alcohol per 100 milliliters of blood; or (c) The person has a breath-alcohol level of 0.08 or more grams of alcohol per 210 liters of breath.”
A BUI Attorney Who Knows the Prosecution’s World
It is important to note that there are very specific procedures that are supposed to be followed to properly prosecute a BUI charge. Here at Patton Law, P.A., attorney Adam Patton has had BUI training, which was provided by the State, as to how officers are supposed to conduct their investigation and prosecute BUI’s. In addition to the training, Adam Patton has taught other prosecutors how to handle the specifics of effectively prosecuting BUI cases. This makes him uniquely qualified to help with your BUI charge. Contact Patton Law today to schedule a free consultation in Lakeland and review your case with us.
Contact Patton Law, P.A. to Schedule a Free Initial Consultation
Like DUI, boating under the influence (BUI) is a crime where many people find themselves going from having a good time with friends and family, to being pulled out of their boats and sitting in a jail cell. Polk County has many beautiful lakes, and most of us who live in the area find great recreation on the water.
Since it’s hot in Florida, a refreshing cold beer or other alcoholic beverage is an added form of relaxation.
However, caution is necessary when you’re in command of a boat. A charge of boating under the influence can have very serious consequences on your life. It’s important to understand the guidelines of the law. According to Florida Statute 327.35, “A person is guilty of the offense of boating under the influence and is subject to punishment as provided in subsection (2) if the person is operating a vessel within this state and: (a) The person is under the influence of alcoholic beverages, any chemical substance set forth in s. 877.111, or any substance controlled under chapter 893, when affected to the extent that the person’s normal faculties are impaired; (b) The person has a blood-alcohol level of 0.08 or more grams of alcohol per 100 milliliters of blood; or (c) The person has a breath-alcohol level of 0.08 or more grams of alcohol per 210 liters of breath.”
A BUI Attorney Who Knows the Prosecution’s World
It is important to note that there are very specific procedures that are supposed to be followed to properly prosecute a BUI charge. Here at Patton Law, P.A., attorney Adam Patton has had BUI training, which was provided by the State, as to how officers are supposed to conduct their investigation and prosecute BUI’s. In addition to the training, Adam Patton has taught other prosecutors how to handle the specifics of effectively prosecuting BUI cases. This makes him uniquely qualified to help with your BUI charge. Contact Patton Law today to schedule a free consultation in Lakeland and review your case with us.
Contact Patton Law, P.A. to Schedule a Free Initial Consultation
