DUI lawyers handle drunk driving related cases. DUI is when someone drives or is in actual physical control of a motor vehicle and is under the influence of alcohol, controlled substance to the extent that his/her mental faculties are impaired.

A DUI conviction may affix criminal penalties such as fines, jail, probation, and/or community service. There are mandatory minimum penalties for first-time offenses and increased penalties for each additional offense thereafter. Drivers with prior DUI convictions should be aware that minimums are just that. Conservative Judges and zealous Prosecutors will seek lengthy jail sentences for multiple offenders—especially for those who are still on probation for a prior offense. It is therefore critical to have an experienced Lead Counsel DUI Attorney who is familiar with the Court you are assigned and how to avoid harsh jail sentences.

The look-back period for multiple offenses has been increased from 7 years to 10 years. Drivers with prior convictions for offenses, which were more than 7 years from the date of their prior offense, may have a constitutional challenge to the retroactive increase and should contact a DUI Attorney who specializes in Drunk Driving Defense.

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