When people hear "DUI" they usually think of alcohol and drunk driving. But here’s the truth: you can be charged with a Florida DUI even if you haven’t been drinking. Florida law covers driving under the influence of drugs, prescription medications, and over-the-counter substances that impair your ability to drive.
Yes, you can face DUI charges without ever taking a sip of alcohol.
Under Florida Statute 316.193, driving under the influence happens when:
In Florida, impairment in a DUI doesn’t just mean being drunk. It can include:
Many substances—legal or illegal—can cause these symptoms.
Yes. Driving under the influence of prescription drugs in Florida is a DUI offense—even if you took the medication exactly as prescribed.
Common prescription drugs that can lead to DUI charges:
Even with a valid prescription, you can still be arrested if the medication affects your driving.
You can also get a DUI for over-the-counter drugs in Florida. Many people don’t realize that medications like:
can impair your driving and lead to a DUI arrest.
This one might be obvious for some but yes, driving under the influence of marijuana, cocaine, or other illegal drugs is illegal under Florida DUI laws.
A DUI conviction in Florida can result in:
DUI charges can also create long-term problems with employment and background checks.
If you’re stopped by law enforcement:
Even if you are arrested, a skilled Florida DUI lawyer can help challenge the case and protect your rights.
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