3rd DUI Offenses: The Penalties

A third DUI charge after two prior convictions can lead to very serious consequences. If you are convicted, you can face up to one year in jail, a five year license suspension, 30 days minimum community service, as well as fines up to $5,000. You will be expected to complete an alcohol treatment program or may be ordered to a clinical evaluation of your condition related to alcohol. Richard S. Lawson, our lead attorney, has over 20 years of experience in DUI cases, and formerly served as a DUI prosecutor. What better way to understand how to best defend a third DUI than a deep familiarity with the other side of the process? It is critical that you get legal representation immediately after your arrest.

3RD DRUNK DRIVING CHARGES

The legal situation you are facing can have a long term negative impact on your life. Not only will you be dealing with a long jail sentence - even if some portion of your penalty includes probation - but your personal and professional reputation can be irreparably damaged. It is extremely important that everything possible is done to manage your case properly. Our professional legal team is highly qualified and has impressive credentials and a strong court record to bring to the table.

Our legal team takes all the time necessary to determine the best strategy for your case. We will carefully review all of the evidence in your case to identify any departures from correct police procedure, errors in field sobriety test and breath or blood test administration or lab problems, as well as any other evidence that could be open to challenge. We are committed to assisting you to pursue a positive outcome in your case, whether a dismissal, reduced charge, an acquittal or other advantage.