Washington Drunk Driving Defense

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Washington DUI Drunk Driving Defense Information

Attorney Offices by Municipality

Arlington
1. Cahoon Law Office: If you have been charged with a DUI, or any type of drunken driving charge in Washington State , it is important to call a lawyer immediately - as waiting too long could result in a loss of your driver's license. A large portion of Mr. Cahoon's practice is devoted to representing people charged with driving under the influence (DUI/DWI). Getting a DUI can cause serious problems. These are commonly referred to DUI, DWI, or "drunk driving" cases. In these cases, he will help you fight for a dismissal or reduced charge (such as negligent or reckless driving) when appropriate. When an agreement can't be reached with the prosecutor, then he will fight for you at trial and seek a not guilty verdict. As part of the Washington State DUI law, he will handle your Department of Licensing hearing and fight for your driving privilege.
2. Calhoun Law Offices<: DUI or "Drunk Driving" charges are among the most serious charges that District and Municipal Courts handle. Mandatory jail time and loss of driver's license are only part of the risks you face when you are charged with this type of crime. You need a lawyer who has extensive experience handling these types of charges. Most people do not realize that being stopped for a DUI also means you'll often be fighting for your right to drive even before your DUI case sees the inside of a courtroom. A Department of Licensing hearing is typically held sixty days after you are stopped by the police and if you do not take the right steps, your license can be suspended or revoked.
Auburn
Bellevue Bellevue
Bellingham
Bothell
Bremerton
Camas
1. Cane, Neil: Felony charges require experience and judgement.
Centralia
1. Olson Althauser Samuelson & Rayan: * Did the police have a right to stop your vehicle? * Did the police have sufficient cause to ask you to take a breath test? * Did the police properly administer the test and read you your rights? * Do you have a viable defense?
Cle Elum
1. Heritage Law Offices: UI/DWI Defense Ñ Being arrested for drunk driving, driving under the influence (DUI), or driving while intoxicated (DWI) can be an unsettling proposition, to say the least. If you have been arrested or accused of drunk driving, DUI, DWI, or any other alcohol-related or drug-related driving offense, you need an experienced lawyer to help you regain control of your life.
Covington
Coupville
1. Terry Smith: If you do not request that hearing within 30 days from the date of your arrest. Department of Licensing (DOL) will send a letter to you telling you that your license will be suspended on or before the 60th day after your arrest.
Edmonds
Ellensburg
Enumclaw
Everett Everett Everett Everett Everett Everett
Federal Way
1. Blair & Meeker: DUI charges can happen to the best of us. If you or a family member is charged with a crime, it is essential to obtain representation as soon as possible. During a time of extreme stress, it is difficult to make decisions than have life-long consequences. ¥ Business & Commercial Matters ¥ Civil Rights ¥ Domestic Violence & DUI ¥ Employment Matters ¥ Personal Injury Ð Defense and Plaintiff ¥ Representative Cases If you have a legal issue that fits within any of the following categories, call us immediately to set up a free initial consultation. If you have a claim under a practice area not listed, we will be happy to refer you to one of our associated practitioners who we know to adhere to our standards of professionalism, diligence and ethical business practices. Business & Commercial Matters We advise small- to medium-sized business in all business matters including formation, employment matters, organizational development, contract drafting, interpretation and formation, and disposition of the business. We also work in all areas of Consumer Protection issues, Contract Defense, and consumer plaintiff suits. Civil Rights Constitutional scholarship is a hallmark of our practice. Our attorneys constantly study and revisit constitutional issues in our continuing effort to remain at the forefront of constitutional scholarship. We largely attribute our successful pursuit and/or dispositions of severe workplace discrimination claims, racial profiling claims, landlord/tenant discrimination and other forms of race, sex and national-origin claims to this emphasis. Domestic Violence & DUI Domestic violence or DUI charges can happen to the best of us. If you or a family member is charged with a crime, it is essential to obtain representation as soon as possible. During a time of extreme stress, it is difficult to make decisions than have life-long consequences. Marianne Meeker has worked within the justice system for over twenty years as both a social worker and attorney. She offers a confidential consultation to criminal defendants and to their families when appropriate. She will give a truthful and thoughtful analysis of the possible defenses available and will offer reasonable fees, and in some cases, payment plans. Marianne also has a great deal of experience defending juveniles accused of various offenses. Juvenile court is structured quite differently from that of the adult superior court and constitutional protections are more limited. Parents are often confused about the options and possible consequences that their children may face. Marianne Meeker can spend the necessary time explaining this process to parents who may be making the decision about whether to hire an attorney or to allow a public defender (available to juveniles regardless of parentsÕ income) to handle their childÕs defense. In any criminal case, no matter how minor, it is crucial to understand the long term effects of such charges or convictions and to make informed decisions. Should such an issue arise in your family, please contact her for thoughtful and confidential advice.
2. Clement Law Office: Most drivers who are cited for drunk driving try to get accepted into a program called "deferred prosecution". In these cases, the driver essentially has to admit to the drunk driving. Prosecution is deferred, however, as long as the driver successfully completes a strict 2-year drug or alcohol treatment program. Deferred prosecution is available only for those who believe that their drunk driving was caused by alcoholism or a mental health problem. You can qualify for deferred prosecution only once in five years.
Fife
Freeland
1. Terry Smith: You have 30 days from the date of your arrest for a DUI to request a hearing from the Department of Licensing. The purpose of that hearing will be to determine the status of your License to Drive pending the outcome of your case.
Gig Harbor
Grandview
1. Everett Law Offices: misdemeanor criminal charges
Kennewick
Kent
Kingston
Kirkland
1. Nielson, Aaron: DUI defense means gathering the evidence against you, and making sure there was probable cause to stop you. Drunk driving is a serious charge in Washington. An attorney who has years of experience in these cases can help minimize the DUI penalties you may face, from license suspension to ignition interlock, from stiff fines to mandatory high-cost insurance. Timing Is Important In These Cases If you've been arrested for DUI, you have only 20 days to file a request for hearing with the Washington State Department of Licensing (DOL) or your license may be suspended. If you don't request a hearing, it's too late: your license could be suspended. You need a good lawyer who has worked this kind of case before.
2. Ro Law Firm: DUI THEFT ASSAULT ATTEMPT DRIVING WITH LICENSE SUSPENDED MALICIOUS MISCHIEF DESTRUCTION OF PROPERTY VIOLATION OF IGNITION INTERLOCK OBSTRUCTING RECKLESS ENDANGERMENT NEGLIGENT DRIVING RECKLESS DRIVING HIT & RUN RECKLESS DRIVING CRIMINAL TRESPASS ANIMAL CRUELTY FORGERY UNLAWFUL BUS CONDUCT OTHER CRIMES
3. Karlie Valdez: Recently arrested for DUI? You have 30 days to request a DOL Hearing! A failure to do so will result in an automatic suspension of your driving privileges.
4. Schoen Parnell: Getting arrested for a DUI or other criminal charges can be very intimidating if you are not confident in your DUI defense attorney. I have gone to trial hundreds of times in the last eight years and negotiated countless plea bargains. I vigorously defend my clients and their rights. There are few criminal cases as difficult to defend as drunk driving. Some attorneys say that DUI is almost on a par with murder in the complexity of legal issues you will face. Your DUI case may involve: * Constitutional law. Did the police have a legal basis for pulling you over? Did the officer have probable cause to arrest you? Did the implied consent warning read to you at the station violate your due process rights? * Scientific evidence. Breath test evidence is not as straightforward as it seems. Was the machine properly calibrated? Was the operator certified? Was the test properly administered? Do the results accurately reflect your blood alcohol levels at the time you were pulled over? * Knowledge of local judges and prosecutors. Every judge and prosecuting attorney office in Washington state is different. How has the judge in your case ruled in the past on specific suppression arguments? Does this prosecutor take a hard line on your type of case? You will never know if you have a viable defense in your DUI case unless you consult an experienced DUI/DWI defense lawyer. Any attorney can walk into a prosecutor's office and try to work out a plea bargain. However, only an experienced DUI defense lawyer will know if a specific plea bargain is a good result based on the facts of your case.
Lacey
1. Christy Todd: In Washington State, a driver over 21 years of age who has a blood or breath alcohol concentration of 0.08 or higher within two hours after driving is presumptively guilty of driving while under the influence of intoxicating liquor. A driver under 21 years of age who has a blood or breath alcohol concentration of at least 0.02 but less than 0.08, is presumptively guilty of driving while under the influence of intoxicating liquor. In addition, a driver under 21 years of age may face an additional charge of Minor in Possession/Consumption of Intoxicating Liquor. Pleading guilty to a DUI or being convicted of a DUI has implications for maintaining a driver's license.
Lakewood
Longview
Lynnwood
Marysville
1. Ashbach Law Offices: Driving Under the Influence Receiving and dealing with a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) citation can be a very stressful event. What is DUI? DUI is one of the most common crimes committed in Washington. They occur on a daily basis, often by person who have no, or very little, prior criminal history. Many people who are charged with DUI had no idea they were technically Òdriving under the influence.Ó The law does not take into account an individualÕs alcohol tolerance, so even if you remain in control, you may still be convicted. Additionally, WashingtonÕs DUI statute allows for conviction even if you were not above a .08 BAC until two hours after driving. While this does not make logical sense, it is the current state of the law here in Washington. A person may also be charged with Òphysical controlÓ of a motor vehicle while being under the influence. The penalties for this are the same as DUI The lawyers at Ashbach Law Offices are here to aggressively defend you in all your DUI matters in municipal, county and state courts. How is DUI committed? A driver in Washington may be charged with DUI in three instances: 1) driving a vehicle with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of .08 or higher; 2) Driving a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or any drug; and 3) driving a vehicle with a BAC of .02 or higher if the driver is under the age of 21. Ashbach Law Offices are here to provide effective representation in your behalf on DUI matters or other automobile offenses. How does Washington State attempt to punish those charged with DUI? Washington takes a two-pronged approach in attempting to punish a defendant accused of DUI: criminal sanctions and administrative sanctions. Administrative sanctions are handled through the Department of Licensing (DOL) and criminal sanctions are handled through the procedures at the courts. You may visit the Washington CourtsÕ sentencing grids here or read below for more information. What are the Criminal Sanctions? If Washington is able to prove all elements of DUI beyond a reasonable doubt, there are minimum punishments and fines that will be imposed depending on your prior driving history. Note that conviction is possible even without a valid BAC reading. BAC less than .15 or No Test If this is your first offense in past 7 years: * Jail: 1-365 days (1 day minimum) or minimum of 15 days electronic home monitoring * Fine: $350-$5,000 ($866 total minimum fine w/statutory assessments * License: 90 day suspension * Ignition Interlock: Required * Alcohol/Drug Treatment: Possible If this is your second offense in past 7 years: * Jail: 2-365 days (2 day minimum) or minimum of 30 days electronic home monitoring * Fine: $500-$5,000 ($1121 total minimum fine w/statutory assessments * License: Two year revocation * Ignition Interlock: Required * Alcohol/Drug Treatment: Possible If this is your third offense in past 7 years: * Jail: 90-365 days (90 day minimum) or minimum of 120 days electronic home monitoring * Fine: $1000-$5,000 ($1971 total minimum fine w/statutory assessments * License: Three year revocation * Ignition Interlock: Required * Alcohol/Drug Treatment: Possible BAC at least .15 or Test Refusal If this is your first offense in past 7 years: * Jail: 2-365 days (2 day minimum) or minimum of 30 days electronic home monitoring * Fine: $500-$5,000 ($1121 total minimum fine w/statutory assessments * License: 1 year revocation * Ignition Interlock: Required * Alcohol/Drug Treatment: Possible If this is your second offense in past 7 years: * Jail: 45-365 days (2 day minimum) or minimum of 90 days electronic home monitoring * Fine: $750-$5,000 ($1546 total minimum fine w/statutory assessments * License: 900 days revocation (3 years if test refused) * Ignition Interlock: Required * Alcohol/Drug Treatment: Possible If this is your third offense in past 7 years: * Jail: 120-365 days (120 day minimum) or minimum of 150 days electronic home monitoring * Fine: $1500-$5,000 ($2821 total minimum fine w/statutory assessments * License: Four year revocation * Ignition Interlock: Required * Alcohol/Drug Treatment: Possible What are the DOL Sanctions pertaining to a DUI arrest? The DOL has the statutory authority to suspend a driverÕs license for up to two years (or longer in some cases). Unless you make a timely appeal your suspension within 20 days of notice of a pending suspension, the suspension will go into effect. If you appeal, suspension will not occur until your appeal has been heard and an examiner has ruled on that. Normally, you have to pay $200 to have the hearing. This money goes to the DOL. DOL hearings are conducted by DOL examiners who work for Washington. In order to get a fair shake, you need an aggressive and competent lawyer like those of Ashbach Law Offices. WashingtonÕs Implied Consent statute requires you to submit to a breathalyzer test if pulled over and suspected of DUI. While you may refuse this test, refusal has important consequences: * - If you have no prior DUIs or refusals in the past seven years, your license will be suspended for one year * - If you have a prior DUI or refusal in the past seven years, your license will be suspended for two years (or until you are 21, whichever is longer) If you have no prior convictions in the past 7 years and if * You are over 21 and your BAC was .08 or Greater, your license will be suspended for 90 days * You are under 21 and your BAC was .02 or Greater, your license will be suspended for 90 days If you have one or more prior convictions in the past 7 years and if * You are over 21 and your BAC was .08 or Greater, your license will be revoked for two years * You are under 21 and your BAC was .02 or Greater, your license will be revoked for two years (or until 21, whichever is longer) It may be possible to obtain a temporary restricted driverÕs license 30 days after suspension. This temporary license requires proof of an interlock device, necessity for such a license, and a filing of proof of financial responsibility with the DOL. Travel into Canada Be aware that the Canadian Government may not permit those who have been convicted of DUI to enter Canada. You may be turned away from the border. You may petition the Canadian Government for ÒrehabilitationÓ status and be permitted to enter, but this generally requires several years past your probationary period.
Mercer Island
1. Harvey Grad: Drunk Driving Defense - the "right to drive" is a privilege which is governed by the individual states. Traffic violations are a mix of regulatory and penal (criminal) offenses based on violations of state statutes and city ordinances relating to the operation of vehicles, specifically driving under the influence of alcohol or other substances which impair the ability to drive.
Mill Creek
1. Dichter Law Office: Driving while Under the Influence (Department of Licensing Hearings-weÕll work on keeping your license!) ¥ Negligent Driving ¥ Reckless Driving ¥ Driving while License Suspended ¥ Minor in Possession ¥ Drug Crimes ¥ Domestic Violence ¥ Assault ¥ Theft ¥ Property Crimes ¥ Serious Felonies
2. Scott & Howard: If you have been arrested or jailed, or if you are about to be charged with a serious criminal offense in Western Washington, you need to act quickly to hire a dedicated attorney to provide an effective, tough defense to the accusations being made against you.
Monroe
Moses Lake
1. Earl, Patrick: Mention DUI Defenders and get up to 10% discount. (Some firms may not honor this offer)
Mt. Vernon
Mukilteo
Oak Harbor
Olympia
Port Orchard
1. Shiers Law Firm: A criminal charge is the most serious legal matter an individual is likely to ever face.
2. Rovang & Fong: contested personal injury cases, medical malpractice, high profile and other criminal cases, and family law cases, including interstate custody disputes
3. Tracy Flood: Make sure your rights are respected regardless of the offense...
Point Roberts
1. Mallet, David: # CRIMINAL DEFENSE # ALL FELONIES AND MISDEMEANORS * MANSLAUGHTER * SEXUAL ABUSE * SEXUAL ASSAULT * BURGLARY * FELONY ASSAULT * VEHICULAR ASSAULT * DRUG AND CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE DEFENSE * ILLEGAL SEARCHES AND SEIZURES * THEFT * MISDEMEANOR ASSAULT AND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE * FISH AND GAME VIOLATIONS * PROBATION REVOCATIONS # DRUNK DRIVING * AUTHOR, DRUNK DRIVING IN ALASKA * 28 YEARS OF DRUNK DRIVING DEFENSES * DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLE ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS
Port Townsend Port Townsend
Puyallup
Redmond
Renton
Republic
1. Graham, Steve: * DUI / DWI * Drug offenses, including possession, distribution and manufacture * Burglary, embezzlement and other property crimes * Violent offense including assaults and homicides * Seizures and forfeitures of property * Restoration of firearm rights, and expungement, vacation and sealing of records * Appeals * Scientific challenges to the prosecutor's evidence * Witness interviews and investigation * Offenses on Tribal Land * The defense of the rights of Native Americans in Tribal Court and State Courts * Representation of government employees and law enforcement charged with misconduct * Constitutional challenges to unfair laws * Representation of students expelled or suspended from school * Representing Canadian and other foreign nationals stopped at our borders
Richland
1. Christopher Swaby: Please do not make any decisions about any legal matter without consulting with an attorney first.
Seattle Seattle Seattle Seattle Seattle Seattle Seattle Seattle Seattle Seattle
Shelton
1. Linda Callahan: Washington State has one of the nation's toughest DUI laws. The penalties for this gross misdemeanor can be more severe than for some felonies. Some form of confinement is mandatory. Jail or the loss of your license could cost you your job or career. Your family finances may suffer from heavy fines, insurance increases and costly requirements, such as expensive ignition interlock devices on every vehicle you drive, and expensive alcohol treatment programs. These programs also entail frequent attendance at counseling sessions and AA meetings. Further, you will remain under the court's jurisdiction for a 5-year probationary period.
Silverdale
Snohomish
Spokane
Surrey, BC
Tacoma Tacoma
Unknown
Vancouver
Wenatchee
1. Zanol, Michael: Being charged with a DUI/DWI can be an embarrassing and confusing experience. With so much riding on a favorable resolution to your case, you need a lawyer who understands how to limit the penalties stemming from a conviction, in turn saving you money, the inconvenience of a license suspension and even jail time.
2. Bell & Tibbits: + Criminal Law + DUI + Family Law + Personal Injury + Real Estate + Landlord & Tenant Law + Guardianship + Estate Planning + Probate + Social Security Disability
3. Woods & Brangwin: If you've been charged with DUI, hire someone with the skill and dedication to thoroughly analyze your case.
4. Cassel, Beuhler & Murdock: It can happen to the best of us. You make a mistake, or an error in judgment. You shouldnt have to pay for it for the rest of your life. To avoid the lasting repercussions, you need a good criminal defense team to protect your rights and advance your defenses.
Yakima
1. Adam Moore: A conviction on DUI/DWI charges will result in fines, driver's license suspension or revocation, and possibly jail. In addition, your insurance company may increase your rates to an unmanageable level. In defending against an impaired driving charge, you have many rights as a criminal defendant, including the right to cross-examine the witnesses against you, even if they are police officers. Consulting an experienced attorney ... can make all the difference.
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