Drink Driving

A conviction for drink driving or failing to provide a specimen will lead to an automatic minimum 12-month disqualification from driving and a fine. If you were found to be several times over the limit or this is a second or subsequent offence then you could face a much longer ban, a heftier fine or imprisonment. The effect of a conviction may also be much more far reaching in that you will have a criminal record which will remain on your driving license for 11 years. Your livelihood can also be at risk. If you drive for a living or work as a professional (such as a solicitor/accountant/doctor) who may be required to report the conviction to your governing body you could risk losing your job.

Should you fall foul of the law, it is important that you know your rights and seek dedicated advice from a specialist motoring offences solicitor.

There are a number of defences that can be put forward to counter such charges, such as where the person drove the car while over the limit due to threats of death or serious injury, or where the police have not followed the strict procedures which should be adhered to when obtaining samples. Our solicitors will be able to advise you of your chances of successfully defending your case, prepare arguments and arrange representation to help your case. Should it be required, scientific evidence can be obtained and used in support of your defence.

Even if you do not have a defence, we can arrange for you to be privately represented in court so that we can help you keep the length of your ban and your fine to a minimum and ensure that you avoid a jail sentence.

If you are facing a drink driving conviction contact us on 020 8301 4884 to speak to our dedicated team of solicitors or email us on enquiries@alettashaw.co.uk