Southaven DUI Attorneys

Serious Defense for DUI Charges in DeSoto County

Being arrested for DUI in Southaven or anywhere in DeSoto County is a frightening and overwhelming experience. Even a first-time offense can lead to jail time, heavy fines, loss of your driver’s license, higher insurance rates, and a permanent criminal record. A conviction can follow you for years and affect your job, your family, and your future.

At Stroud, Flechas & Dalton, we understand what is at stake. For more than 25 years, our firm has defended people across North Mississippi against serious criminal charges, including DUI. We are trial lawyers, not plea-bargain processors, and we prepare every case as if it is going to court. That preparation gives us leverage — and gives our clients the best chance at a reduced charge, a dismissal, or an acquittal.

If you were arrested for DUI in Southaven, do not leave your future to chance. Call (662) 371-6580 to schedule a free, confidential consultation.

What Constitutes DUI in Mississippi?

Under Mississippi law, you can be charged with driving under the influence if you operate a motor vehicle while impaired by alcohol, drugs, or a combination of both.

In most cases, a driver is legally intoxicated if their:

• Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) is 0.08% or higher

Lower limits apply if:

• You hold a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) (0.04%)
• You are under 21 (0.02% under Mississippi’s zero-tolerance law)

Importantly, you can still be arrested and charged even if your BAC is below the legal limit if an officer claims you were “impaired.”

DUI Penalties in Mississippi

The penalties for a DUI conviction depend on your prior record and the circumstances of the arrest, but they are always serious.

First DUI Offense

• Up to 48 hours in jail
• $250 to $1,000 in fines
• 90 to 120 day license suspension

Second DUI Offense

• 5 days to 1 year in jail
• $600 to $1,500 in fines
• Up to 2 years license suspension
• Mandatory ignition interlock device (IID)

Third DUI Offense

• 1 to 5 years in prison
• $2,000 to $5,000 in fines
• Up to 5 years license suspension
• Mandatory IID
• Beyond the legal penalties, a DUI conviction can:
• Make it harder to get or keep a job
• Dramatically increase insurance costs
• Damage your reputation in the community

Can You Refuse a Breath or Blood Test?

Mississippi has an implied consent law. By driving on Mississippi roads, you are deemed to have consented to chemical testing.

If you refuse:

• Your license can be automatically suspended
• 90 days for a first refusal
• Up to 1 year for subsequent refusals

Refusal cases can still be defensible — and sometimes easier to challenge than test-result cases.

How We Defend DUI Cases in Southaven

A DUI arrest is not the same thing as a DUI conviction. Many cases fall apart when properly examined.

Common defense strategies include:

Challenging Chemical Test Results

Breath and blood tests are not infallible. We examine:

• Calibration and maintenance records
• Chain of custody
• Improper testing procedures
• Medical conditions such as acid reflux or diabetes

Attacking Field Sobriety Tests

Field sobriety tests are subjective and often unreliable. Poor lighting, bad weather, uneven pavement, fatigue, injuries, or anxiety can all cause a person to “fail” these tests.

Exposing Constitutional Violations

If police:

• Lacked probable cause for the stop
• Conducted an illegal search or seizure
• Violated your rights during the arrest

…then key evidence may be suppressed or the case dismissed entirely.

Why Choose Stroud, Flechas & Dalton for Your DUI Defense?

• Serving Southaven & North Mississippi for over 25 years
• Recovered over $100 million for clients
• Over 200 five-star Google reviews
• Trial lawyers who prepare every case for court
• Deep experience in DeSoto County courts

We know the local courts. We know how these cases are prosecuted. And we know how to build defenses that hold up under pressure.

What Happens After You Call Us?

1. We listen to what happened
2. We explain what you’re facing in plain English
3. We outline a strategy to protect your license and your record
4. We immediately begin building your defense

Talk to a Southaven DUI Lawyer Today

If you were arrested for DUI in Southaven, time matters. The earlier a lawyer gets involved, the more options you usually have.

Call (662) 371-6580 or contact us online to schedule your free, confidential consultation. If you can’t come to us, we can meet by phone or video.