DUI / DUS
Don't Lose Your License or Go to Jail
South Carolina DUI Lawyers at the Law Office of Richard J. Breibart, LLC
If you have been charged with DUI and depending on your driving record and the circumstance involved, you could face heavy fines, permanent suspension of your license, or even jail. At the Law Office of Richard J. Breibart, LLC, our DUI criminal defense attorneys have the experience and knowledge necessary to defend your rights and work to get the charges resolved in your favor, if possible.
Don't take chances - get the information you need to avoid further problems. Contact South Carolina DUI lawyers at the Law Office of Richard J. Breibart, LLC today. We represent clients throughout South Carolina, including Columbia, Lexington, Saluda, Charleston, Greenville, Rock Hill and Aiken. We offer free consultations and we are willing to travel to meet with you if you are unable to travel.
A Delay Could Mean the Suspension of Your License
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Understanding What the Law Says
Every case is different and the penalties imposed by the court can vary. For instance, if you are arrested for DUI after causing an accident which injures someone, your car may be impounded.
In general, however, persons charged with DUI are subject to the following kinds of penalties:
First Offense
Even if you have never been arrested for drunk driving, a first time offender could faces statutory fines and costs of $960 and possible jail time up to 30 days. Additionally, the court may impose a community service requirement.
Second Offense
People charged with a second DUI could face a statutory fine between $2,100 and $5,100 and may be sentenced from 2 days to a year in jail. Although the court has discretion in the matter of assigning fines, it cannot impose a fine of less than $1,100. The court may also require public service or employment in addition to any other penalties and/or jail time imposed as well as probation.
Third Offense
Third time offenders can be fined anywhere from $3,800 to $6,300 and be incarcerated for 2 months to 3 years.
Fourth and Subsequent Offense
People facing a fourth or subsequent DUI charge face 1 to 5 years in prison.
Why Hiring a DUI Defense Lawyer is ESSENTIAL
In DUI cases, there is often more involved than simply pleading guilty and paying a fine - especially if you want to avoid points against your license, paying higher insurance premiums, and maintaining a clean record. Additionally, some life and health insurance companies will increase your premiums and a conviction will usually appear in a data base.
At the Law Office Richard J. Breibart, our criminal defense lawyers not only take steps to ensure you comply with critical DUI deadlines, we can also help you obtain a temporary license necessary for driving to work. And, in addition to challenging charges and working hard to get them dismissed or reduced, we may be able to have the charges removed from your record.
Questions? Contact the Law Office of Richard J. Breibart, LLC Today
Before you get into your car and risk driving without a license, contact South Carolina DUI lawyers at the Law Office of Richard J. Breibart, LLC today. Representing clients in all federal courts and throughout South Carolina including, but not limited to Columbia, Lexington, Saluda, Charleston, Greenville, Rock Hill and Aiken. We provide free consultations and weekend and evening appointments.
