Cocoa, FL DUI Defense Attorney
Experienced Attorney Defending Your Case
Have you been arrested and charged with the offense of drinking and driving? At Steven G. Casanova, P.A., we understand the ramifications and long-term repercussions of a criminal conviction. A DUI record is one that will affect your reputation and could even impact your livelihood, depending on your occupation. It is imperative for you to understand that with the right representation, you can fight these charges, and possibly attain the results that you need for your future.
When you choose to work with us, your case will be handled by an attorney that has been working through these cases since 1999.
With more than 50 years of experience, we know what it takes to uncover the difficult aspects of a criminal charge. Cocoa, Florida is a densely populated city with many drivers on the roads throughout the day and night. Because of this, the prosecution may see drinking and driving as much more dangerous to others on the road. You need an aggressive and knowledgeable attorney on your side who can ensure that you are protected against false accusations, and that your rights are defended.
Penalties for Drinking and Driving
Florida has a BAC (blood alcohol content) limit of 0.08%, meaning that if you take a breath test that reads 0.08% or higher, you are considered legally intoxicated. The penalties for a conviction of a first offense could include jail time, fines, community service, probation, and others. If you are arrested for driving while intoxicated and your BAC reading was less than 0.08%, it is crucial to know that you could still be convicted of this offense, depending on the circumstances of your arrest. There are also a number of factors that, if present, will increase the severity of your charge and any penalties that ensue.
The following issues could increase your DUI charge to an aggravated DUI charge, and result in harsher penalties:
- Driving with a suspended license
- No current proof of insurance present
- You were involved in an accident
- Someone was injured or killed
- You were transporting a minor
- You have two prior DUI convictions within a certain number of years (3-12)
An aggravated DUI conviction will result in much harsher penalties. It is crucial that you are not unjustly convicted of a crime that you did not commit, and it is your right to have an attorney who knows how to navigate the legal system on your behalf.
Why You Should Call Steven G. Casanova, P.A.
The sooner we begin investigating your case and building a strong defense, the better chance you have of obtaining the results that you need in your case. There are many different defenses that can be used against a DUI charge, and we know how to effectively present these defenses. Because of our many years of experience in handling these situations, we are uniquely equipped to represent you in your case.
Contact our office to discuss your situation and pursue the results that you need.
Our Reviews
Our Past Clients Share Their Stories
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Thank you Steve Casanova, You handled my case very well. I will definitely recommend you to anyone ineed of Justice, thanks again.- Elbert Bahl
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Mr. Casanova and the staff in his office handle everything for your case and do so in a friendly professional manner. The work Mr. Casanova did for my case was outstanding with results far better than I could have hoped for. If I ever find myself in trouble again, there will be no research needed, I will IMMEDIATELY call Mr. Casanova's office. I suggest if you find yourself needing legal representation, you do the same.- Mike L.
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I'm an attorney in Kissimmee and I met Steve at the Brevard County County courthouse years ago and I was impressed with how well he handles his cases. He is knowledgeable in the law,, courteous to others, thoroughly prepared, and always professional. If you need a criminal defense attorney in Brevard County, you should hire Steve Casanova.- Ernest M
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Would HIGHLY recommend Mr. Casanova. He's upfront and responsive and shoots straight with you through every step of the process.- Lauren L
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I hired Steve not once but twice. One of my favorite things about him is his energy in the court room and the rooms energy when he is in it, he has been working in Brevard for many years and has built a great relationship with “the other side”; the judges, state attorneys, so on and so forth.My other favorite thing was his ability to get me and my loved one out of a lot of trouble. Steve not only handled my fathers’ case perfectly, but my case as well. He was attentive, personable yet professional , truly a pleasure to work with and If I ever need assistance again , I’m going to Casanova!- J Scott
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Steve Casanova is an exceptional trial lawyer. He is smart, talented, quick on his feet and knows how to talk to a jury. He is the consummate professional and does everything first class. He knows the law, is innovative in his approach and his legal research is second to none. He is worth every penny. The way I look at it is you can either have a cheap lawyer or a great lawyer--after all if you needed brain surgery would you hire the cheapest brain surgeon you can find or would you hire the best. Hire Steve--hire the best!- Mark
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A call for help from our son, living 1000+ miles away, led us to Attorney Steven Casanova. What a find! From the very first phone call, we were assured that we had found the perfect individual to navigate us through a most difficult situation. Steve was extremely professional, friendly, and compassionate at all times. And, he made himself available to us by phone, even on weekends. Through his efforts, our son’s charges were dropped. Thank you, Steven and staff, for your guidance, encouragement, and kindness through this trying time.- Michael and Bonnie C.
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I have had extensive experience with criminal defense attorneys (from $1,000 attorneys all the way up to the $100,000 attorneys) and can attest that Mr. Casanova is the best in town. He and his staff are top-notch. Mr. Casanova will hold your hand when you need it, but "tell you how it is!" It's rare to find such an honest attorney, especially one who is so talented. He is not a "bottom dollar" attorney, but his pricing is more fair than anyone in town, and he will not take advantage of you in your time of need like most attorneys in Brevard. He is highly respected by the state attorney's office, and is able to negotiate favorable resolutions, but this guy is darn-sure ready to go the distance when you have a strong case. I have sought his expert guidance numerous times, referred him to friends and acquaintances, and even my own family members. I HIGHLY recommend Mr. Casanova for any and all criminal (and traffic) matters. I wish this comment box was larger, because there simply is not enough room for all the good I have to say about this man. Simply the BEST.- Former Client