TAMPA — This month marked the first time “ Trenton’s Law ” was enforced across Florida.

Named for an 18-year-old killed in a DUI crash in 2023, the law increases penalties for repeat offenders convicted of vehicular or vessel homicide, and makes it a crime to refuse a breathalyzer if you're suspected of DUI.

What You Need To Know • The law, named for Trenton Stewart, was approved by Gov. Ron DeSantis in June, before being signed into law on Oct. 1. • "Trenton's Law" requires any repeat offenders to be charged with a first-degree felony, with a maximum sentence of 30 years in prison. • All DUI suspects will now have to submit to a breathalyzer, thanks to this new law. • Refusing a breathalyzer would result in an additional misdemeanor charge • Florida's 'Trenton's Law' bring tog

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