Under the recently enacted Trenton’s Law, refusing a lawful breath, urine, or blood test is now classified as a second-degree misdemeanor in Florida, even for a first-time offense. In addition to the automatic one-year administrative license suspension, you now face potential criminal penalties of up to 60 days in jail and a $500 fine for the refusal itself, regardless of the outcome of your DUI charge.
What happens if I refuse the breathalyzer under the 2026 "Trenton’s Law"?
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