If you have been charged with Driving Under the Influence, Driving While Impaired, or being in Actual Physical Control while under the influence, you risk severe penalties in both the criminal and civil courts if you do not act fast. For instance, did you know that you have only 15 days from the day you were arrested to save your driver’s license? Besides that, the potential jail time and large fines that can result from being convicted of such charges are too severe for you to not have experienced representation. At the law firm of Terri J. Engles, P.C., we have the knowledge to successfully defend your case, and we will fight for your rights every step of the way.
How can I be charged with DUI and what can happen to me if I’m convicted?
Driving under the influence can be charged against individuals when one of four scenarios occur:
You are driving under the influence of alcohol;
You are driving under the influence of drugs;
You are driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol; or
You are driving with a Blood Alcohol Content of 0.08 or greater.
If you are convicted of Driving Under the Influence, you can face the following consequences:
Up to 7 years in prison
Fines up to $5,000
Loss of your driver’s license
Requirement for Guardian Interlock device in your car
Requirement for alcohol assessment and classes
Community Service up to 240 hours.
This is in addition to the actions that must be taken through the Department of Public Safety to save your driver’s license. At Terri J. Engles, P.C., we are ready and willing to defend your rights if you’ve been charged with DUI, DWI, or APC. Call us today at (405) 525-0777 or fill out an online evaluation form for a review of your case.
DUI Offenses
If you have been charged with Driving Under the Influence, Driving While Impaired, or being in Actual Physical Control while under the influence, you risk severe penalties in both the criminal and civil courts if you do not act fast. For instance, did you know that you have only 15 days from the day you were arrested to save your driver’s license? Besides that, the potential jail time and large fines that can result from being convicted of such charges are too severe for you to not have experienced representation. At the law firm of Terri J. Engles, P.C., we have the knowledge to successfully defend your case, and we will fight for your rights every step of the way.
How can I be charged with DUI and what can happen to me if I’m convicted?
Driving under the influence can be charged against individuals when one of four scenarios occur:
If you are convicted of Driving Under the Influence, you can face the following consequences:
This is in addition to the actions that must be taken through the Department of Public Safety to save your driver’s license. At Terri J. Engles, P.C., we are ready and willing to defend your rights if you’ve been charged with DUI, DWI, or APC. Call us today at (405) 525-0777 or fill out an online evaluation form for a review of your case.