DUI Cases in Connecticut

Connecticut DUI Attorney

It is against the law to drive while under the influence of drugs or alcohol in Connecticut and law enforcement receives training in how to spot suspected drivers. Officers have the right to pull over to the side of the road any drivers they observe driving erratically and subject them to sobriety testing and alcohol blood tests. A driver is legally drunk if the blood alcohol level measures 0.08% or higher and can then be arrested on a DUI charge. Testing may reveal a driver who is under the influence of drugs, which impairs the ability to drive safely.

It is necessary to have a strong defense in a DUI or DWI case because a DUI conviction can affect an individual in many ways. Following an arrest for a DUI or DWI, it is important to contact a Connecticut criminal defense attorney for legal advice and before speaking to the authorities. Field Law Office is experienced in all types of DUI and DWI cases and provides an aggressive defense to clients accused of DUI or DWI offenses including multiple DUI or felony DUI charges.

Penalties for DUI and DWI Convictions

DUI and DWI are serious crimes with harsh penalties. The extent of penalties would depend on the severity of the crime. A repeat offense, a DUI or DWI that caused a traffic accident with injuries or deaths, or a DUI or DWI hit and run would result in stiffer sentencing. An underage DUI conviction can affect the ability to pursue certain careers or prohibit attending a school of choice. The most common DUI and DWI penalties can include the following:

• Jail or prison time, probation, fines
• Suspension or revocation of driving privileges
• Court-mandated alcohol education, periodic drug testing
• Ignition locking device

As a seasoned criminal defense attorney, I use my prior experience and knowledge from working in the office of a prosecutor to provide an effective defense against DUI and DWI allegations in criminal court and at their DMV hearings. It is important to challenge test results, which officers administer in an uncontrolled environment on the side of a road next to the car of the suspected driver. The defense can attack police arrest records and the validity of any other evidence produced by a prosecutor. I defend the rights and freedoms of individuals facing criminal charges. Make an appointment today for a consultation with a qualified DUI and DWI defense lawyer.

Contact a Connecticut DUI lawyer for legal representation for DUI and DWI allegations.