DUI Defense
Facing a driving under the influence (DUI) charge can feel overwhelming. DUI laws are complex and encompass both scientific and legal aspects that require careful examination. While DUIs are misdemeanors a conviction comes with severe consequences. The sentence for a DUI conviction requires mandatory incarceration, fines, loss of driver’s license, as well as other consequences. With the right legal representation, you have the opportunity to challenge the charges and work toward the best possible outcome. An attorney with experience of how the police investigate, and how the district attorney prosecutes DUI cases is important to defend yourself against the charges levied against you.
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Daniel has gained this experience as a police officer assigned to the DUI Task Force. Daniel has investigated hundreds of DUI cases and has certifications in Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFST's), Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE), Intoxilyzer 9000 (Breath Test), and Daniel holds a certification as a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE), one of the highest levels of training someone can earn in the enforcement of DUI's. Daniel will use the experience he has gathered over several years of DUI enforcement to zealously advocate on your behalf.
The punishment for a DUI conviction is severe and increases in severity the more convictions one accrues.
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DUI First Offense
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48 hours incarceration, up to 11 months, 29 incarceration.
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.20 BAC or greater minimum jail time 7 consecutive days
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License revocation for 1 year - Restricted License available
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You will be ordered to participate in an alcohol and drug treatment program
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Pay restitution to any person suffering physical injury or personal loss
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$350-$1,500 fine
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With towing, bail, attorney, high risk insurance, court costs, school, and reinstatement fees, your first offense average costs could add up to $4,900
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Ignition Interlock Device installed at your expense. Minimum first year costs could exceed $1,000.00
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If two (2) convictions of DUI in 5 years, Ignition Interlock Device required for 6 months after reinstatement at your expense
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Drug and Alcohol Treatment may be required at the judge's discretion
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DUI Second Offense
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45 days incarceration to 11 months, 29 days incarceration
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$600-$3,500 mandatory fine
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License revocation for 2 years/Restricted License available
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Subject to vehicle seizure/forfeiture
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You will be ordered to attend an alcohol and drug treatment program
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Ignition Interlock Device installed at your expense
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If two (2) convictions of DUI in 5 years, Ignition Interlock Device required for 6 months after reinstatement at your expense
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Pay restitution to any person suffering personal injury or loss
DUI Third Offense
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120 days incarceration to 11 months, 29 days incarceration
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$1,100 to $10,000 mandatory fines
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License revocation for 6 years/Restricted license available
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Subject to vehicle seizure/forfeiture
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Alcohol and drug treatment program
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Ignition Interlock Device installed at your expense
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If two (2) convictions of DUI in 5 years, Ignition Interlock Device required for 6 months after reinstatement at your expense
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DUI Fourth and any subsequent Offense
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Class E Felony
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1 Year (365) days of jail time with a minimum of 150 consecutive days served
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$3,000 to $15,000 mandatory fine
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License revocation for 8 years/Restricted license available
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Subject to vehicle seizure/forfeiture
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Alcohol and drug treatment program
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Ignition Interlock Device installed at your expense
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If two (2) convictions of DUI in 5 years, Ignition Interlock Device required for 6 months after reinstatement at your expense
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Click here to be taken to the Tennessee Department of Safety & Homeland Security website to research more about DUI penalties.
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