If you’re caught driving under the influence of alcohol, then in all likelihood you are going to be facing some pretty harsh penalties. At the very best you are looking at a harsh fine, in most cases you will have a driving ban, and it’s quite likely that you can expect to spend some time behind bars. Sounds like quite a tough punishment for something you might not even know you’re doing but the reality is that drink driving can cost lives. If you career into a guy walking down the road and he dies then you’re responsible for his life. A pretty sobering thought and of course the best possible action is to avoid alcohol at all costs when you have your car.
However, we are never going to eradicate drink driving completely and it’s important that you know your rights when it comes to defending yourself against a charge for DUI. There are sites which you can visit which will give you the lowdown on laws from state to state, and it’s important to know the difference because the blood alcohol limits will vary between all of the states. You also need to know what you will be up against when it comes to differing punishments from state to state.
You also need to find yourself some sort of legal representation. A DUI charge might seem like a no brainer but things are not always so cut and dried. Beyond the initial court case, you also need to know your rights. For instance are you legally bound to inform future employers of your conviction? If so for how long do you have to declare this? There are lots of questions you need answered and it’s critical that you contact specialist lawyers as soon as you are able.
I reiterate strongly that you must at all costs avoid the situations which put you in the position to potentially drink and drive, but if it does happen to you, make sure you know your rights.
