Under Washington DUI laws, conviction can carry with it a punishment of probation for up to five years. A second or even third conviction can have even harsher sanctions, including a suspension of one’s driving privileges, as well as steep fines and jail time. Because of the wide-ranging personal and professional consequences that can arise from a drunk driving case, drivers accused of DUI driving in Seattle and in other Washington cities need to seek the assistance of a qualified legal professional.
There is a multitude of factors that can bring people to drink and later drive under the influence – personal worries, emergencies and more. Yet, all these are usually not factored into decisions regarding the DUI case. Most of the facts that are examined include factors such as the driver’s blood alcohol content, the results of field sobriety testing, and even the circumstances surrounding the vehicle stop, and arrest.
Often, individuals charged with DUI are unaware of their rights when they are caught. There is more to every case than is apparent, and these factors may have an impact on the outcome of the case. While Washington DUI laws are strict in enforcing for the safety of others, this strictness may cause undue pressure on those arrested for DUI. Without professional legal counsel, a defendant might opt to just plead guilty without fully understanding the consequences of a conviction.
As such, many Washington law firms provide assistance to individuals accused of DUI driving in Seattle and other cities in the state. With their help, it is possible to safeguard against enhanced repercussions which can arise from the DUI case.
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Atty. Jonathan Rands has extensive experience and knowledge in Washington DUI laws, and assists individuals in their cases of DUI driving. From Seattle to further south, Atty. Rands aggressively defends his clients in court, and helps defend their rights in DUI cases. To get in touch with Atty. Rands for a free consultation, call 1-800-DUI-LAWS, or visit http://www.1800DUILaws.com.
