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Been charged with Drink Driving?

If you have been charged with drink driving, you have probably just had the worst night of your life in a cell before being sent home with a bail notice requiring you to appear at your local Magistrates’ Court.

We understand how hopeless things may seem at this moment. However, there is often a way out.

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At JHR Solicitors, we challenge cases involving:

  • A breath test
  • A urine test
  • A blood test
  • Drunk in charge of a motor vehicle charges
  • Driving while unfit through drink charges

We can also assist in cases where the driver failed to provide a specimen for analysis.

The offence of Drink Driving

A drink driving offence occurs when an individual operates a vehicle while their blood/breath/urine alcohol level exceeds the legal limit in the UK.

This can compromise their ability to drive safely and endangers public safety. Unlike some offences, proving a ‘drink driving’ or ‘driving with excess alcohol’ charge does not require showing that the driver’s ability was impaired. The prosecution only needs to prove that the individual was driving a vehicle on a road or public place while their alcohol levels exceeded the legal threshold.

Our drink driving solicitors are available to offer expert legal advice and defend you in such cases.

‘What penalties could I face?’

The penalties for drink driving can differ depending on the charges against you. Common drink driving penalties include:

  • Unlimited fine.
  • Minimum driving ban of 12-months. 
  • or up-to 6 months imprisonment.

If you have been charged with a drink driving office, please get in touch to get started.

We will be able to give you an early indication of what penalties you may face as well as the chances of you being able to successfully defend the charge.

Our goal is to ensure you get the best outcome possible.

We are specialist criminal motoring defence solicitors

At JHR Solicitors, we have extensive expertise in defending individuals charged with offences related to alcohol. Successfully handling these cases requires a high level of technical legal knowledge, and we believe that such complex matters should only be managed by specialists who possess the necessary skills and experience to give your case the attention it deserves.

If you have been charged with any of the following offences, our team is confident in providing you with top-tier service, whether you wish to defend the charge or enter a guilty plea.

Please contact us if you have been charged with any of the following, and we will be happy to offer you the legal advice and support you need:

  • Driving with excess alcohol
  • Driving while unfit through drink
  • Driving or being in charge of a vehicle while unfit through drink
  • Being in charge of a vehicle while under the prescribed alcohol limit
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    What defences are possible for Drink Driving allegations?

    Being accused of drink driving can be intimidating, particularly because of the severe penalties and social stigma associated with the offence.

    If you have been accused or charged with drink driving, our solicitors can present several arguments that may lead to an acquittal or a reduced sentence.

    Common defences against drink driving charges include:

    • Post incident consumption, also known as the “hipflask” defence.
    • Procedural issues with how the sample was taken.
    • Whether the prosecution can prove you were driving the car.
    • Medical defences e.g. whether your ability to comprehend the breath test procedure was impaired.
    • Challenges to the reliability of the reading found by the police. 

    What are the drink drive limits in England and Wales?

    In England and Wales, the legal alcohol limits for motorists are:

    • Breath: 35μg
    • Blood: 80mg
    • Urine: 108mg

    Can Drink Driving charges be dropped?

    Depending on the specific facts and circumstances, our team may be able to identify such circumstances, challenge the prosecution’s case, and potentially secure a reduction or dismissal of your charges.

    The Crown will only discontinue the case against you in the event that they deem their prospects of success to be below their acceptable threshold. If there are insurmountable hurdles with the Crown’s case, there may be a possibility that we can make representations with a view to convincing the Crown to discontinue their case against you. 

    Should I plead guilty?

    We can assist you with a guilty plea and ensure that your mitigation is advanced by one of our approved barristers or solicitor advocates.

    Alternatively you may wish to call upon our expertise in challenging the Crown’s case and enter a not guilty plea.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    The harshest sentence that the Court can impose for the offence is a 6-month custodial sentence.

    If you plan on pleading not guilty to the charge, then a solicitor is absolutely essential. In the event that you are pleading guilty, the need will vary depending on the severity of the offence and how far in excess of the legal limit you were.

    You will be banned for at least 12 months in the event of a conviction.

    Yes, we have an enormous wealth of experience in defending drink driving cases. Please call us for a further explanation as to how this is possible.

    No, this argument only applies in scenarios where the driver has totted up to 12 points or more.

    There is a 6-month limitation period from the date of the offence.