Open Container Violations

Orlando has a vibrant night club scene, providing many places to socialize and have a good time. However, if you walk out of one of those clubs with an open container of alcohol, you may face criminal charges.

A Minor Mistake with Serious Consequences

While these ordinance violations may seem minor, failure to take them seriously could lead to a conviction which may potentially affect your career and your lifestyle. Ordinance violations can be punished by up to 60 days in jail, $500 fines, and/or 6 months probation. Unfortunately, these violations are not eligible for sealing or expungement.

A conviction of an ordinance violation would also prevent you from having any other charges that have been brought against you sealed or expunged. This could be very detrimental in the event that you are charged with another criminal offense such as shoplifting, petit theft, assault, battery, or even a false charge.

In order to avoid these devastating criminal consequences, you will need to work with an experienced Orlando open container attorney who can help minimize the damage associated with these charges.

Fighting for your Rights

The attorneys at The Umansky Law Firm are former city prosecutors who are intimately familiar with the policies and procedures of both the city of Orlando and the Orlando Police Department. If you’ve been charged or arrested for possession of an open container of alcohol in the city of Orlando, we can help ensure your rights are protected every step of the way so that you receive the best possible outcome to your case.

Sometimes good people make mistakes, and these errors in judgment should not follow you for the rest of your life. Our Orlando open container attorneys believe that everyone deserves a second chance, and we will fight aggressively to help you receive yours.

Please contact The Umansky Law Firm today to schedule your confidential open container consultation. We serve clients in Orlando, Orange County, Seminole, Osceola, and Central Florida.