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I am the author of Florida DUI Defense: The Law and Practice, Lawyers & Judges Publishing Company, Inc. I am one of the founders of the National College for DUI Defense. I am currently the Florida State Delegate for The National College for DUI Defense. I have lectured on DUI issues in Florida, and out of state about Florida’s breath testing machine to blood testing in DUI cases. My clients have included lawyers, police officers, pro athletes, political figures, business executives, entertainers and just plain folks. I attended Nova Southeastern Law School, where I graduated near the top of my class in 1981. I am the founder of Alan S. Bernstein P.A., with offices in both Fort Lauderdale and Hollywood. My firms practice is devoted almost entirely to Traffic and DUI defense. I have been practicing criminal law, with an emphasis on DUI since 1982. I am a member of the Broward Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, The Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. I have had extensive training in the defense of citizens’ accused of Driving Under the Influence. In 1995, I became a founding member of The National College for DUI Defense, which is the leading institution in the United States for training attorneys to defend DUI cases. I am the Florida State Delegate for The National College for DUI Defense, as well as being a faculty member of the college. I am also a founding member of The DUI Defense Lawyers Association. I has completed courses on the NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Testing. I have received training as an Intoxilyzer 5000 and Intoxilyzer 8000 series Operator and Maintenance technician through C.E.S. Consulting and The Florida Department of Law Enforcement. I am a highly trained attorney in the area of alcohol-related DUI, and the growing area of DUI drug cases. I have taught other attorneys on the use, theory and law on the Intoxilyzer, in addition to lecturing at the National College for DUI Defense. I have often been involved in large-scale challenges to DUI chemical testing, investigative methods and Field Sobriety Testing. I was on the team that attacked the Field Sobriety Tests that led to the seminal decision in State v. Meador, 674 So.2d 826 (Fla. 4th DCA 1996). I have worked hard to have earned a reputation as one of the most knowledgeable and highly skilled DUI attorneys in Florida. My opinion is sought by DUI attorneys throughout South Florida. I reside in South Florida with my wife and son.
1995 Summer Session Graduate; 1996 Summer Session Graduate; 1997 Summer Session Graduate; 1998 Summer Session Graduate; 1999 Summer Session Graduate; 2000 Summer Session Graduate; 2001 Summer Session Graduate; 2002 Summer Session Graduate; 2003 Summer Session Graduate; 2005 Summer session Graduate; 2006 Winter Session Graduate; 2006 Summer Session Graduate; 2007 Summer Session Graduate; 2008 Summer Session Graduate;2009 Summer Session Graduate; 2011 Summer Session Graduate; 2012 Winter Session Graduate; 2012 Summer Session Graduate; 2013 Summer Session Graduate; 2014 Summer Session Graduate; 2015 Winter Session Graduate; 2015 Summer Session Graduate. Attended summer session training on DUI In 2015 from The DUI Defense Lawyers Association. The Florida State Delegate for The National College for DUI Defense.
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Posted by Lily | July 31, 2023 | Hired Attorney
If you are looking for a DUI attorney, likely you’re already filled with stress, and potentially so highly affected by your anxiety from your current situation that you can barely do what you know needs to be done and pick up the phone to call an attorney. If so, take my advice now, and thank me late...
Posted by Ray Rapaglia | June 3, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Alan Bernstein is an outstanding lawyer that I highly recommend. As the founder of James, Club, Recovery, we work with many individuals who look to turn their life around that have struggled with substance abuse. Alan really understands recovery and we've had great success working together helping in...
Posted by Farah P. | December 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Mr.Bernstein is a miracle worker!!! When a case seems too impossible he is the best lawyer for the job! He is an honest lawyer whom will work hard for you... My husband was charged with DUI , due to Mr. Bernstein's diligent and thorough investigation and work, my husband's charge was dropped to Reckl...
Posted by Buster | December 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney
After my father passed I went on a downward spiral and self medicated with alcohol and got myself in double trouble. Two DUI arrests within one year. Alan provided a vigorous defense that resulted in favorable actions that left me victorious in the situation I was in. My family and will forever be gr...
Posted by JOE | January 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney
I had received a mountain of mailings after my DUI encounter. As this was my first, I voluntarily gave up some of my rights in speaking to the police. Not the best thing to do. After bonding out I consulted a few law firms. They were, at best, impersonal, with money being the most important topic. No...
"Alan is a superb lawyer with a wealth of experience. He has exceeded the expectations of every client I have referred to him."
"I have worked with many criminal lawyers in the past 25 years as an immigration attorney. Alan Bernstein has successfully represented clients I have referred to and each case was handled with the most efficiency, professionalism and results. Alan knows the law, teaches it, and has written several books on DUI Defense. I have been referring clients to him for many years and will continue to do so. My clients are very thankful to him and his staff. I would recommend him highly for all my clients who have a DUI arrest."
"Alan Bernstein is among the best Drunk Driving Lawyers in Florida and even in the entire United States. I have known him for over twenty years and am very familiar with his work through our mutual association in the National College for DUI/DWI Defense where we both are among the 100 original founding members, by invitation of our peers . Alan Bernstein co-authored the leading text book on Florida Drunk Driving Law which has become a standard used by lawyers all across Florida today. Alan Bernstein's competence and professionalism are at such a high level that I would not hesitate in recommending his services to a close friend or family member facing a Drunk Driving charge in Florida."
"This is one of the best DUI lawyers in the country. He is a founding member of the National College for DUI Defense, and continues to participate in its educational activities at the highest of levels. He is well known among best of the best, and is the type of fighter who you want to have on your side."
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2015
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT, National College for DUI Defense
2014
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT, National College for DUI Defense
2013
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT, National College for DUI Defense
2012
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT, National College for DUI Defense
2011
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT, National College for DUI Defense
2010
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT, National College for DUI Defense
2009
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT, National College for DUI Defense
2008
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT, National College for DUI Defense
2007
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT, National College for DUI Defense
2006
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT, National College for DUI Defense
2005
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT, National College for DUI Defense
2004
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT, National College for DUI Defense
2003
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT, National College for DUI Defense
2002
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT, National College for DUI Defense
2001
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT, National College for DUI Defense
2000
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT, National College for DUI Defense
1999
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT, National College for DUI Defense
1998
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT, National College for DUI Defense
1997
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT, National College for DUI Defense
1996
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT, National College for DUI Defense
1995
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT, National College for DUI Defense
1995
Defense of accused in DUI, National College for DUI Defense
1983 - 2022
Owner, Alan S. Bernstein P.A.
1981 - 1982
Trial Attorney, Chief Counsel's Office, Internal Revenue Service
2014 - Present
DUI Defense Lawyers AssociationFounding Member
1995 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseFounding Member
1983 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1983 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1983 - Present
Broward County Criminal Lawyer AssociationMember
Felony reduced to misdemeanor and no jail.
DUI MISDEMEANOR WITH ADMINISTRATIVE PROBATION AND NO JAIL
1981
JD - Juris Doctor
2017
The Ambien Defense to DUI
2015
2015
FIELD SOBRIETY TESTS IN DUI's
2015
2009
FIELD SOBRIETY TEST
2008
FDLE OFFICIAL INTOXILYER 8000 AGENCY INSPECTOR COURSE
2007
INTOXILYZER 8000
2003
Cross Examination of a Toxocologist in a DUI serious bodily injury or Death case
2013
2012
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2003
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CanI get my case dismissed or charges reduced f they lost the DUI video in Florida?
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