Miami Beach Brazilian-born artist Romero Britto whose pervasive paintings and sculptures embellish the walls from Metrorail stations to malls, has been arrested on a DUI charge.
Britto an accomplished artist rose to acclaim in South Florida due to his paintings of figures and animals in bold and vibrant colors, outlined in thick black. His style often combines neo-pop and cubism, which engage in numerous mediums, to include serigraphs, and acrylic on canvas sculptures. He has been accredited for creating images for Pepsi-Cola, Absolut Vodka, the Smithsonian Institution, St. Jude's Hospital and St. Christopher's Children's Hospital.
Miami Beach Police stated that Britto's black 2001 Bentley crossed into the left lane on more than one occasion, that he had almost struck another vehicle while driving in the 500 Block of Washington Avenue. Officer P. Soccarras the arresting officer administered on the scene breathalyzer tests which recorded that Britto was twice the legal limit. Soccarras also noted that he described Britto as having "a flushed face, bloodshot watery eyes, slurred speech, and a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage on his breath." Furthermore "he did not perform the standards" during the roadside sobriety check.
A roadside sobriety check consists of challenges relative to the driver's physical coordination, mental alertness, and the ability to follow instruction. It is believed that if a driver has a blood alcohol concentration of about .08% then he/she will not be able to pass the test, and the presence of too much alcohol or drugs in the body significantly impairs a driver's mental and physical abilities. These tests are conducted on the side of the road or highway by where the driver was pulled over.
If you or someone you know has been charged with a DUI in Florida, you should know your rights and retain an experienced and skilled defense lawyer to evaluate your case. The penalties for Driving Under the Influence of alcohol and/or drugs are extremely severe which can include jail time, costly fines, and a lengthy driver's license suspension. When you are granted the privilege of having your driver's license reinstated, you could end up paying an astronomical amount in insurance premiums.
Contact KUVIN Law before exposing yourself to unyielding penalties. Lowell Kuvin is an aggressive and experienced Florida DUI Criminal Attorney who knows how the system works and how to build a felicitous defense for you.
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