Tag: Formal Review Hearing

The Subpoena Duces Tecum at the Formal Review Hearing

The Bureau of Administrative Reviews (BAR) of the Florida DHSMV has been busy writing memorandums explaining their interpretation of the administrative rules and how the rules apply to the new telephonic hearings. Please leave a comment if you disagree with our strategy or use a different strategy. Read the new rules carefully. It is not […]

Written by on October 30, 2014

Hello? New Procedures for Formal Review Hearings by Telephone

Update on Friday, August 14, 2020:  In DHSMV v. Edenfield, 58 So. 3d 904, 907 (Fla. 1st DCA 2011), the court held that witness may appear for the formal review hearing hearing by telephone. In DHSMV v. Bennett, 125 So. 3d 367, 369 (Fla. 3d DCA 2013), the court held that a party does not […]

Written by on October 30, 2014

What is the “Business Purpose Only” Hardship License?

If your license is suspended, revoked or canceled, you may still qualify for a Class E driver’s license that restricts driving for certain purposes. The Class E license can include either a C or D Restriction. The C Restriction is the “Business Purpose Only” license The D Restriction is the “Employment Purpose Only” license No […]

Written by on May 19, 2014

Florida DUI Rules for the Administrative Suspension – It’s Complicated…

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After an arrest in Florida for DUI, the officer might take your driver’s license and issue you an “on the spot” administrative suspension. You only have ten (10) calendar days to protect your driver’s license and ability to drive. Some people might tell you to waive all your rights by going to the DHSMV to […]

Written by on March 20, 2014

Florida’s New Laws for DUI Administrative Suspensions and Reviews

Beginning July 1, 2013, the rules for the administrative suspension of a driver’s license after a DUI arrest, and the right to review that administrative suspension will change. Criminal defense attorneys who practice DUI defense will have to act quickly to understand the legislative changes. Update: Click here for a “How to Guide” on conducting […]

Written by on June 21, 2013

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